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Chumbes Floor Cushion Terra

Designed by Mae Engelgeer, the Chumbes cushion collection takes inspiration from the Chumbe Inga, a traditional Colombian garment with characteristic symbols. Comprising of scattered cushions and floor cushions, the Chumbes collection is handmade using natural cotton and fine metallic yarns. The ribbed structures create a unique graphic composition that follows a deeply rooted weaving technique specific of the Sibundoy region.

Ethically woven by hand, the Chumbes collection is a testament to the local artisans’ skill and knowledge who craft each cushion individually. Available in two colour variations, the collection includes two different sizes a cylindrical shape.

Material

Pure new wool cover with lurex accents.
Cotton inner lining. Feather insert included.

Colours

Available in 2 colours: Musgo or Terra

Size

80 x 160 cm

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About the designer

Mae Engelgeer

Dutch textile designer Mae Engelgeer attended the Amsterdam Fashion Institute where she specialised in textile design, graduating in 2004. Later she was accepted to the prestigious Master Course in Applied Arts at the Sandberg Institute where she developed her first collection of textiles.

In 2014, Engelgeer opened her own studio in Amsterdam, working on product design and development, installations, and international collaborations. Mae Engelgeer’s work is characterised by a typical use of colour, geometric shapes and linear elements which is unmistakably hers. Her style has an open character that could be described as minimalistic with a playful twist. She cleverly combines craft, new technology and materials into beautiful textiles that enrich any home, without compromising on refinement or quality.