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    • Hartleder – Sustainable Cowhide Chair
    by Emil Keller Netherlands

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    Description

    This chair was made by Emil Keller using second grade cowhide and animal fat for hardening.

    It is fully supportive without using any additional materials or supporting structures.

    All the materials used are by-products of the meat industry. About 45% (in western countries) of cow skins don’t make it into the leather value chain, ending up being burned or on landfills, since they show unique characteristics that are considered damages that aren’t appreciated in the fashion or furniture industries. This chair uses these skins, tanned in a local tannery using the natural process of vegetable tanning.

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    As a design student with a background as a trained bespoke tailor, I approach my work with a strong focus on craftsmanship and materials. My experience in tailoring has instilled a deep appreciation for the precision, detail, and tactile qualities that define well-made designs. I explore the intersections of design, environment, and industry through hands-on material experimentation and conceptual development, aiming to create functional pieces that balance aesthetic appeal with meaningful connections to their context. My practice is rooted in a respect for the traditions of craft and the history of industrial design while striving to reshape relationships between humans, natural systems, and industrial processes.
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