The Rag and Bone Man workshop offers a unique and contemporary style of craftsmanship that combines the past with the present. Aged machinery, iconic engine components and historical motor parts along with modern scrap otherwise destined for the melting pot are collected from scrap yards and grease shops, reworked, restored and re-energised into a wealth of bespoke objects
The workshop’s passion for traditional metalwork techniques and use of time-honoured machinery combined with a talent for channeling the character and quirks of every component by reinventing these elements into contemporary, sustainable lighting, furniture and interior accessory designs is how The Rag and Bone Man brand has become known.
In purchasing a bespoke piece from The Rag and Bone Man, customers are investing in beautiful pieces finished with attention to detail, integrity and quality finishes. The workshop considers each piece as future heirlooms that will stand the test of time. Each product is archived, which adds to the sense of ownership with each item baring its own individual tag including a unique hand stamped serial number with completion date.
Lizzie and Paul, The creative duo behind the company celebrate the traditions of the ‘Totter’ as an example of resourcefulness and sustainable living for the 21st Century. Don’t be fooled by the name, they are not your run-of-the-mill rag and bone men, so I’m afraid there’s no point in calling them up about that mouldy old sofa in your garage; they won’t be coming round.
The Rag and Bone Man launched at Tent London 2011 as part of London Design Festival. Paul and Lizzie work with individuals, collectors, interior designers, restaurants and hotels, architects, set designers and brands. Their work has also been featured in The Times, The Telegraph, Living Etc, Elle Decoration, on Channel 4′s Man Made Home, Kevin’s Supersized Salvage and Scrap Kings, Discovery Channel.
