If Kazan leather mosaic has captured your heart and you want to be part of efforts in reviving this ancient art, please consider to donate
We are collecting donations to support young artisans who are interested to design leather mosaic technique. Your donation will also go to improve resource base of the only vocational school in Kazan that trains and fosters leather mosaic craftsmanship.
The efforts in popularizing Tatar leather mosaic, encouraging younger generation to consider craftsmanship careers, and promoting once well-known and famous Tatar boots and leather goods – are part of long-term project that will make people revisit their heritage, think more about disappearing arts and crafts and engage themselves in creation of new masterpieces by their hands using old and unique techniques
new twist on traditional Tatar boot created by Maryanich
You may also consider supporting the artist or workshop by purchasing the leather goods available on this website, or by inquiring for customized versions.
You may find the art so unique and appealing that you want to see enchanted Kazan City, an amazing hub of different cultural traditions, unique cuisine and beautiful architecture. Email me if you are interested in visiting Kazan.
Exhibits from Tatarstan History Museum
