ART: The Special Exhibition 'Leather Forever' Exploring the Bond Between Leather and Hermès
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December 20, 2014

ART: The Special Exhibition 'Leather Forever' Exploring the Bond Between Leather and Hermès

The first room, titled "Know-how," displayed leather dyed in various colors. Visitors could touch and feel the textures. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
A variety of leathers, showcasing diverse expressions through different processing methods and color variations. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
Staff from the Paris atelier visited Japan for this event, demonstrating cutting, sewing, and stitching techniques for bag production. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
The seventh exhibit, utilizing the atrium walkway, focused on belts, a craft dating back to the early 20th century. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
Hermès' equestrian heritage, continuously produced since the company's founding, was presented in the eighth room, with a venue design evoking a show jumping course. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
The ninth room spotlighted the "Kelly" and "Birkin" bags, displayed on objects shaped like the "Kelly" silhouette. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
The final room featured bags created specifically for this exhibition in Japan. Micro-sized versions of the "Kelly," "Birkin," "Constance," "Bolide," "Roulis," "Farming," "Toolbox," and "Facot" were presented. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
A view of the final room's display. The lineup included novel bag designs by saddle and leather artisans, as well as goldsmiths, characterized by vibrant colors and gold clasps. © Nacása & Partners Inc.
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ART | "Leather Forever": An Exhibition Exploring the Bond Between Leather and Hermès

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