The Tannery of Pompeii

Sector

Culture, Leather

Location

Seoul Korea

Year

2025

Client

LINEAPELLE

Work

Event Organziation

Event Curation

Project Execution

A Leather Journey from Pompeii to Seoul

“A Leather Journey from Pompeii to Seoul” was an exclusive cultural event honoring the restoration of the ancient Pompeii tannery and the enduring legacy of Italian leather craftsmanship that continues to shape contemporary design.

Dedicated to art, design, and cross-cultural dialogue, the evening invited guests to explore how leather can act as a living bridge linking material innovation with cultural expression, Pompeian Red with Seoul Vermilion, and traditional craft with modern emotion.

The event took place at the Italian Ambassador’s Residence in Seoul, a venue chosen for its profound cultural and symbolic significance. Its setting provided a meaningful backdrop for celebrating heritage, international collaboration, and the shared artistry that connects Italy and Korea.

#Leather Culture

K-Leather Creativity

Six original works were presented by graduate students from Hongik University’s Department of Textile Art & Fashion Design as part of a leather product development initiative.
Each piece reflected an integrated approach to creativity and innovation, combining leather craftsmanship with experimental design methods to explore new possibilities for K-Leather in contemporary fashion and culture.

Pompeii Red Leather Meets Fragrance

Color Fragrance Experience by .NOTE explores the sensory journey

of leather, color, and scent, tracing a path from the pigments of Pompeii Red to the vermilion sensibility of Seoul. The program delves into the intersection of leather and fragrance, inviting participants to select a color as their starting point and create a customized perfume that expresses its emotion and texture.

Collaborator: .NOTE

The Red Flavors of Pompeii

This art catering experience bridges Italian heritage and Korean sensibility under the theme Pompeii Red and Leather.Inspired by the textures of leather and the deep red of Pompeii, the table unites classical depth with modern elegance.Through ingredients like gochujang, kimchi, beetroot, and pomegranate, each dish transforms color and texture into taste a living artwork where Italy and Korea meet.

Collaborator: Ma belle Maison