Beautiful and intricate saddle leather hand-tooled embossed with Maya-inspired decorations by Angel Pazmino for Meubles de Estilo in Ecuador, Central America in the 1970s The pouf is filled with straw. Angel Pazmiño was a visionary furniture designer from Quito, Ecuador who is widely renowned for his ability to seamlessly blend traditional Ecuadorian craftsmanship with modern design principles His passion for woodworking began at an early age, and after years of apprenticeship, he honed his craft before opening his own workshop in the 1960s, Muebles de estilo Equador. Angel Pazmino is considered one of the greatest Ecuadorian designers of the 20th century His designs have become true collector's items, reflecting a deep respect for his cultural heritage. His creations have been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution