Léonard Pongo
PLENA is proud to offer a limited-edition series of elegant scarves - a collaboration between designer Heidi Chisolm and visual artist Léonard Pongo, inspired by Pongo’s project, Primordial Earth. Proceeds from the scarves will support the expansion and continuation of Primordial Earth, helping Pongo achieve his vision. Thus, buyers are also producers, bringing art to life.
Primordial Earth (2017-present) uses mixed-media installations to explore the rich cultural heritage of Congolese traditions, deeply rooted in the land and the narratives of its people. The work conjures an uncanny realm that straddles the line between the real and the realm of the imagination, depicting a land that exists both as a tangible entity and as a construct of its people's collective dreams.
Léonard Pongo (b. 1988) is a visual artist and filmmaker living and working between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Belgium.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.
Artists: Léonard Pongo and Heidi Chisholm
Limited edition of 50
This exclusive creation is a collaboration between Congolese artist Léonard Pongo and South African designer and artist Heidi Chisholm. Proceeds from the scarf supports the expansion of Pongo’s ongoing project in Congo, “Primordial Earth”.
The mesmerizing print originates from the Primordial Earth series, a profound exploration of nature’s raw beauty, previously exhibited at the Jeu de Paume Museum in Paris in 2025. The striking frame design is the work of Chisholm, whose bold aesthetic elevates the composition. Each scarf is part of a limited edition of only 50 pieces, making it a true collector’s item.
DETAILS
Crafted from the finest 100% silk charmeuse (12 mm), this scarf embodies luxury, artistry, and craftsmanship. Measuring 36 x 36 inches (90 x 90 cm)—the timeless Hermès carré format—each piece is finished with a delicate machine-rolled baby hem, ensuring both durability and fluid elegance. A statement of sophistication, art, and exclusivity, this piece also echoes the deep-rooted connection between fashion and artistic expression found in the tradition of the Sapeurs from Kinshasa, Congo.
SUPPORTING ARTISTS
PLENA guarantees that proceeds go towards the artist and their work.