José Zanine Caldas Cowhide Sofa

Carved from a single trunk, this sofa designed by Zanine Caldas is an ode to the majesty of nature, demonstrating the scale of trees found in the Brazilian forest. Caldas highlights the precious skills of the artisans experienced in carving and building canoes, who worked alongside the designer. The leather cowhide that makes up the seat and back is fastened to three support points, with all other areas wholly carved out. With its raw materials and impressive scale, this sofa symbolizes Brazil’s wealth of natural resources and craftsmanship.