Curator's Notes 

The issue with rugs is that they pick up dirt and marks from being stepped on. Hender Scheme turns this negative into a positive with the use of leather for a mat. A well-weathered piece of leather carries natural marks from age that actually add to its beauty. This rug was made from the same high quality leather that Hender Scheme uses for the insoles and soles of their hand-crafted shoes. The varying finishes laid out in a herringbone pattern is reminiscent of tiles but a great deal more comfortable beneath the feet. Durable and unique, it's a rug that will be loved for a long time. 

Herringbone Leather Rug was curated by Daniel Chmielewski

Designer/Maker 

Maker: Hender Scheme

Designer: Ryo Kashiwazaki

Specifications

Dimensions: 

23” (w) x 33" (l) or 57cm (w) x 84cm (l) 

Weight: 

6.0 lb or 3.0 kg

Materials:

Cow Leather

Details

• Handmade in Japan
• Top layer is patch-worked together and held firmly in place to an under layer of leather - the same process utilized in the making of Hender Scheme's leather shoe soles
• Small scratches and imperfections can be expected from the raw cow hide
• The leather will naturally develop a patina over time and showcase unique traces of everyday use