Cultural and historical heritage
Industry and evolution of Mallorcan leather braiding
Origin
History and evolution of Mallorcan leather braiding
Mastrenat is a project dedicated to reviving the art of Mallorcan leather braiding. We are working to reclaim an artistic and cultural legacy.
An art that turned into an industry
The Mallorcan tradition of leather braiding gained international recognition and became an important industrial activity in the second part of the XXth century. In fact, throughout the 1970s and 1980s, leather products were a big draw for visitors to the island.
Consequently, local entrepreneurs hired women who were skilled in the traditional technique of leather braiding and who worked from their homes. This task was mainly the responsibility of the mothers of the family, although they frequently engaged their children in the process.
Tomeu Mas, a key figure for Mastrenat
After decades of trading in Mallorcan braided leather, Tomeu Mas kept stocks of excess material in large warehouses. Thanks to his enduring passion for the craft, Mastrenat now has the opportunity to recycle all this valuable leather, preserved for decades, and use it for training courses. Mastrenat was founded and inspired by the memory of Tomeu Mas, who worked as middle-man between the village women and the factory in Inca.
An art that turned into an industry
The Mallorcan tradition of leather braiding gained international recognition and became an important industrial activity in the second part of the XXth century. In fact, throughout the 1970s and 1980s, leather products were a big draw for visitors to the island.
Consequently, local entrepreneurs hired women who were skilled in the traditional technique of leather braiding and who worked from their homes. This task was mainly the responsibility of the mothers of the family, although they frequently engaged their children in the process.
Tomeu Mas, a key figure for Mastrenat
After decades of trading in Mallorcan braided leather, Tomeu Mas kept stocks of excess material in large warehouses. Thanks to his enduring passion for the craft, Mastrenat now has the opportunity to recycle all this valuable leather, preserved for decades, and use it for training courses. We preserve our mission to use existing product. Mastrenat was founded and inspired by the memory of Tomeu Mas, who played a decisive role in expanding the Mallorcan leather braiding industry and safeguarding core resources.
