A Master Leather Craftsman and Designer for Over Four Decades
Chris Chapman's artistic journey with leather began in 1969. Her work has transformed and evolved continuously over the years from wearable art, historical clothing and artifacts, to architecctural furniture. Combining a life time of artistic expression, with historical research, and mastering sewing and pattern making skills, she's created museum quality items from as far back as the European 16th century. In the early 70's she began creating Native American and Early American garments and artifacts, including bead and quill work.
The birth of her daughter in 1991 inspired a monumental change of direction in her work. She invented many new techniques in leatherwork on a scale not seen before and began creating high relief leather-bonded furniture that is now recognized the world over. Coined Architectural Leatherwork, her art graces homes and lodges from Montana to New York, to Dubai.
Chapman's work brings a fresh perspective to the medium, which she finds incredibly versatile in that it can adapt to nearly any time period, style and design: from classic Western and Spanish Territorial, to Old English, Black Forest, Victorian and Contemporary.
Sculptural and Architectural High Relief Leather Furniture, Art & Design
Elegant design, custom made fully wrapped leather bed with a European influence. Artichoke finials and posts wrapped in one piece; sterling conchos; beautiful details
This piece was inspired by the last Whooping Crane in Colorado. The overall design is influenced by Arts & Crafts, Queen Anne, and Japanese styles. This magnificent jewelry/collectors box with walnut interior & drawers exemplifies a masterful collaboration and craftsmanship in leather and wood artistry. 31w x 21d x 36"h. For sale
Custom leather wrapped bar & armrest, iron footrails, and NFL sized barstools. Private home.
Custom Shadowbox table for OK corral rifle. Navaho designs, forged iron brackets, log legs w/ rawhide lashing. Glass cover
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