Multicolor Leather Backpack

Item Description:

This unique leather backpack was handcrafted from scrap leather used for other pieces, meaning this bag is one-of-a-kind. Bright red contrasts against dark purples and blacks, with a leaf-patterned brown leather trim at the opening. This backpack features one zipped and one unzipped exterior pocket, with one of each type of pocket on the inside as well.

About the Artist:

Fine leather makers Renee Baum and Joe Chicone, are partners in the studio, and in life. Their process begins on a hillside homestead tucked away in the hills of the Finger Lakes. Joe, who has been in the horse and leather business for 40 years; perfected his craft while working under master saddle makers in Texas horse country. With the addition of Renee's artful eye and deep understanding of textiles and pattern making, the hillside workshop expanded from making beautiful practical items, to include leather handbags, wallets and accessories. Renee and Joe's work is inspired by the saddles and horse tack all around them in the farming community they call home. The pair draw heavily from historic patterns passed down for generations, and the use of solid metal findings in their pieces. Adding one of their pieces to your collection will bring a beautiful balance of rugged craftsmanship and lush fine quality leather.

Product Details:

• Entire bag measures 11" by 11".
• Interior pockets: 6.5" by 9" (zipper) and 5" by 9" (no zipper).
• Exterior pockets are 7.5" by 5" (zipper) and 10.5" by 3" (no zipper). The unzipped pocket opening is slanted, so height was measured by the minimum measurement.