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Hand Made Leather Wood Footstool Vaulted Horse Seat, "Bird of Paradise"
With its novel form of a vaulting horse, this handsome stool is beautiful and original. Abel Ríos skillfully combines form and function, creating an unusual, handcrafted piece of furniture. The soft seat of glowing leather is hand-tooled with bird of paradise motifs and is mounted on a frame of mohena wood, similar in grain to mahogany.
- 6.75 kgs
- 14.9 lbs
- 41 cm H x 61 cm W x 30 cm D
- 16.25" H x 24" W x 11.75" D
- Mohena wood and leather
- Some assembly required
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Peru
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Peggy
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11/07/2019
"9"
I am thrilled with this beautiful piece! It arrived very-well packed, and attaching a few screws took minutes. The workmanship is amazing. Thank you, Senor Rios!
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Timothy
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09/15/2021
"‘Bird of Paradise"
Abel Rios, is a very gifted artist. His ‘Bird of Paradise footstool has become a favorite item. I m sure of its heirloom position. One of the kids will fall in love with it. I made a small change by replacing the zinc bolts with black ones. I also sent word and photos back through the Novica networks as these may not be readily available to the artists.
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Diane
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10/28/2018
"This is so beautiful"
Not only are the colors beautiful but the workmanship is truly outstanding. I havent seen anything made so well in many years. I have it sitting next to my brown leather sofa where it can be seen by all. It also arrived at my home in just a weeks time. I have never been so pleased.Thank you ,Mr. Rios
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june
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12/08/2022
"OMG a beautiful foot stool."
My 2nd piece from Abel Rios.......so wonderful!
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World of Birds, Bird-Themed Leather and Wood Ottoman from Peru
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Jan
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10/22/2022
"Centerpiece of living room"
Well made with much attention to detail. The table is very sturdy, yet beautiful!
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Christine
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07/26/2022
"This is my 4th or 5th Piece of Abel Rioss lovely work"
I cant say enough about how much I love the designs and craftsmanship of the artists work. I absolutely treasure every piece and they are regularly commented on by guests in my home. So happy to have found his work.
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"At the age of 16, I joined my brother's workshop to learn to work with leather. At 21, I set up my own workshop and began to create the wood and leather designs that I am known for. I love the history that I am able to bring to my work. Since colonial times, leather and wood have been combined to create many practical and decorative pieces of furniture and art. My style is distinct and detailed. I use motifs from Peruvian culture and my workshop is known for quality. I love this art and enjoy teaching my workers the skills that were generously taught to me. Many of my workers have gone on to open their own workshops. This gives me pleasure. This is how we keep the art alive."
Profound Impact
"I have found great success with Novica. I am now an established artisan and my work is sold around the world. I have the life I once imagined but, most importantly, I have made my family secure. My children are educated and they work with me - together we bring our love of Peruvian history and craft to a respected family project."
Moving On Up
Abel no longer shares the rented patio with his chickens - the site of his first workshop. Today, the Rios family has bought that house and built a four story workshop on the adjacent land. They employ other artisans to help meet the international demand for their handcrafted products.
Working with Disabilities
Abel is determined to give back - to share the good fortune that he has found. He employs two people who have thrived in the supportive environment his workshop provides. His assistant is intellectually challenged and one of his wood carvers is profoundly deaf.
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Abel now has several full-time assistants.
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