Tooled Leather Wood Stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)-Tooled leather and wood stool, 'Baroque Peru' (Peru)

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product Details: Baroque Peru tooled leather and wood stool Exquisite furniture can be used as an ottoman Seat carved from local muskwood and tornillo woods with extreme detail Some assembly required The Story Behind the Art: Moises Alvarez Santti was born in the region of Ayacucho, Peru, on July 18, 1958. When he turned 15 years old, he moved to Lima to study leather and woodcrafts under the guidance of his uncle. After six years of apprenticeship I felt ready to start a workshop with my brother, Moises explains. Sadly, my brother passed away in 1980. Meanwhile, I was left with the huge responsibility of carrying on with the day-to-day activities of running the workshop. I've managed to maintain our business through a lot of hard work. And in doing so, I proudly honor his memory. To me, my art is the way through which I can express my country's culture, just like my ancestors did. I want to preserve our history and our culture so that it will survive the passing of time while transmitting the essence of Peru. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported