Maeden
Market Round Knotted Leather Hobo Bag
The Maeden Market Round Knotted Leather Hobo Bag is a women's handbag crafted in Italy from genuine leather with a distinctive knotted openwork design and dark ebony tone. It features grab and shoulder handles, a small interior zip pocket, and measures 11 inches (28 cm) in height, 18 inches (46 cm) in length, and 1 inch (2.5 cm) in width. Designed for everyday use, the bag includes a signature dust bag and is part of Maeden's collection of contemporary classic leather pieces.
- Color
- Dark Ebony
- Material
- Genuine leather
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimalist, classic, contemporary
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Specifications
A minimalist and sophisticated hobo bag made of genuine leather with knotted strip details and openwork design.
Genuine leather construction, knotted leather strips, openwork detailing, embossed texture, grab or shoulder handles, interior zip pocket, made in Italy.
- Color
- Dark Ebony · black
- Material
- Genuine leather
- Style
- minimalist, classic, contemporary
- Occasion
- everyday, work, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 18x1x11 in
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- Genuine leather construction
- Knotted leather strip detailing
- Openwork design elements
- Embossed texture on leather
- Dark ebony finish
- Grab handles and shoulder strap
- Interior zip pocket
- Made in Italy
- Signature dust bag included
- Rounded silhouette
- Minimalist and sophisticated aesthetic
- Contemporary classic style
Product Insights
Maeden's Market Round Knotted Leather Hobo Bag is a hand-crocheted genuine leather shoulder bag built from soft Royal Nappa cords and fully lined in matching Ink black 100% calfskin, with knots set at the workshop to hold their geometry rather than easing loose; at CAD 399.95 it reflects 1-2 artisan days and 1.5-2x the leather of a solid build, aniline through-dyed so cut cord edges and surface rubs stay dark. Its continuous knotted leather handles give a fixed 34 cm drop for hand or shoulder carry, clearing a coat sleeve, and the self-supporting knotted shell stays 28 cm tall in the hobo band—soft, slouchy, body-draping—while an internal zip pocket is a detachable leather pouch rather than sewn-in. The defining tradeoff is flat, open construction: only 2.5 cm deep, over six times flatter than Maeden's 16 cm Market Tote and Net, so a 15-inch laptop or magazine slides in but a water bottle bulges it; there is no top closure and the openwork gaps expose contents, let rain between cords, trap grit in knot crevices, and make only the zip pouch secure, with smooth Nappa prone to handling marks and wet-dry cycles stiffening and cracking knots. Out of stock.
Verified claims
- Construction
- Genuine leather, hand-crocheted from soft Royal Nappa cords and lined in 100% calfskin.
- Knot geometry
- Knots are set at the workshop and hold that geometry rather than easing loose.
- Craft labor
- At CAD 399.95, each hand-knotted bag takes 1-2 artisan days and 1.5-2x the leather of a solid build.
- Edge finishing
- Aniline through-dyed, so every cut edge of the knotted strips stays dark, not pale.
- Handles
- One continuous set of knotted leather handles serves hand or shoulder carry, with a 34 cm drop.
- Lining
- Fully lined in 100% calfskin leather in a matching Ink black
- Interior compartments
- Small zip pocket inside is a detachable leather pouch, not a sewn-in pocket
- Care
- Open gaps let rain through and trap grit; wipe with a soft damp cloth and dry immediately.
- Drape
- Self-supporting knotted shell that holds its shape yet drapes soft against the body
- Carry capacity
- Only 1 in (2.5 cm) deep, so it carries flat: a 15-inch laptop or magazine slides in, a water bottle bulges it.
- Line comparison
- Over six times flatter than Maeden's own Market Tote and Market Net, both 16 cm deep.
- Security
- No top closure — small items can slip through the openwork, so only the interior zip pouch is secure.
- Contents visibility
- Contents read through the openwork gaps, so the bag displays rather than conceals what it carries.
- Shoulder drop
- Knotted handles give a fixed 34 cm drop for shoulder or hand carry, clearing a coat sleeve.
- Strap comfort
- Unpadded handles are fine for a light load but press in when packed heavy.
- Mark sensitivity
- Smooth Royal Nappa leather shows handling marks sooner than a grained hide.
- Wet weather
- Openwork gaps let rain travel between the cords; wet-dry cycles stiffen and crack the knots.
- Grit trapping
- Knot crevices trap fine dust and grit over time and need periodic cleaning.
- Edge colour
- Through-dyed aniline nappa keeps the cut edges of the knotted strips dark.
- Leather finishing
- Aniline through-dyed, so every cut cord edge and surface rub stays the same dark tone.
- Hide finish
- Crocheted from smooth Royal Nappa leather cords, a supple hide that marks more readily than grained leather.
- Value
- The $399.95 CAD price covers hand-knotted work using 1.5-2x more leather than a solid bag.
- Rain resistance
- Openwork gaps let rain between the cords, so a wet bag needs a prompt wipe-and-dry.
- Market line
- The flat-carry outlier in Maeden's Market family — 2.5 cm deep against 16 cm for the Market Tote and Net.
- Silhouette
- Soft, slouchy and body-draping at 28 cm tall, inside the hobo shoulder-carry height band — not a stiff tote.
Product record
- Title
- Market Round Knotted Leather Hobo Bag
- Brand
- Maeden
- Price
- 399.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
Carry it by hand or over the shoulder
This knotted leather hobo bag has an integrated wide strap formed from the same woven leather as the body, continuous with the tapered opening and narrowing into a handle loop at the top. That design lets you grab it by hand or wear it over the shoulder, per the product page.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Market Round Knotted Leather Hobo Bag: Choose this if you want a genuine leather hobo bag made in Italy with a statement look: it features an open knotted-loop weave, embossed texture, and a dark ebony tone that the retailer describes as minimalist, sophisticated, and meticulously crafted. It suits shoulder or hand carry via an integrated wide strap in a single-compartment, open-top design (about 11 inches tall by 18 inches long with a slim 1-inch width) that includes a small interior zip pocket, an interior flat leather zip pouch, and a signature dust bag. Note that the top has no visible zipper or flap and the open weave leaves gaps between rows, so contents are more exposed than in a closed bag.[1,2,3,4] | Vancouver Leather Triangular Bag: Choose this if you want a geometric, minimalist shoulder bag with an eye-catching triangular silhouette in an earthy moss green tone. It is crafted from soft, unstructured 100% calf leather with a wide shoulder strap, zip top, and small interior zip pocket, measuring 17.5 inches long, 9 inches high, and only 1.5 inches wide at roughly 0.23 kg — well suited to carrying essentials in a slim profile. Made in Italy with a signature dust bag included, its slouchy, soft folds mean it won't hold a rigid shape.[5,6,7,8] | Boulevard Elongated Nubuck Leather Shoulder Bag: Choose this if you want a small, elongated shoulder bag in a minimalist, sophisticated style, made in Italy from supple yet structured nubuck in a warm caramel tone with 100% calf leather inside and out. It measures 13 inches long by 5.5 inches wide and 5.5 inches high, with a magnetic button closure, an interior zip pocket, and a signature dust bag included. Note that the soft, unstructured body has a relaxed, slouchy profile rather than a rigid shape, so it suits those who prefer a softer silhouette.[9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing single-compartment hobo bag formed from an open knotted/looped weave; integrated wide strap extends from the body and the bag has a rounded bottom and open top.
- Overall shapeSingle large rounded-oval body with a flatish rounded base and a tapered upper opening that leads into an integrated shoulder strap.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.80 (high) - Strap constructionWide strap formed from the same knotted/looped weave as the body, continuous with the bag opening and narrowing slightly toward the top center where it forms a handle loop.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.36 (high) - Weave textureOpen, irregular knotted and looped weave composed of thick strands creating visible holes and a textured surface; rows of tighter, more closed stitching appear toward the lower body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - OpeningWide single open top with no visible zipper or flap; the interior is visible through the upper weave.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Shiny small hardware or accentSmall round shiny disc or rivet visible on the right upper body surface near the strap join.Partial
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.36 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Product photographed front-facing on a neutral light grey background with soft shadow beneath; centered composition and even lighting with slight shadow at base.
- Background and shadowUniform light grey background with a soft diffuse shadow directly below the bag indicating studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.84 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Shot compositionBag centered in frame and presented vertically with the handle loop at the top; no props or hands visible.
- Image qualitySharp focus on bag texture and edges with even, neutral studio lighting and minimal reflections.
Colors
deep black· body#0E0E0Ddeep black· strap#0E0E0C- Overall shapeSingle large rounded-oval body with a flatish rounded base and a tapered upper opening that leads into an integrated shoulder strap.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of a black open-knit shoulder bag showing the woven body, a rectangular leather brand patch embossed with 'Maeden', and a separate flat leather zip pouch tucked inside the bag.
- Open-knit bodyDense open-loop knitted or knotted strand construction forming the main body and handles of the bag, with visible looped stitches and a slightly glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.96 (high) - Rectangular leather brand patchSmall rectangular leather patch stitched or attached to the interior knit, centered in the image, embossed with a single-word brand name.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.44 · w 0.27 · h 0.14 (high) - Brand embossing text“Maeden”
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.07 (high) - Interior flat leather pouchFlat leather pouch with a visible top edge and narrow stitched zipper seam; pouch lies inside the knit body and partially covers the lower central area of the image.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.32 (high) - Stitching and zipper seamNarrow stitched seam along the pouch top edge indicates a zipper or closure; stitching is visible as a straight seam contrasting with the pouch surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.58 · h 0.06 (high) - Left circular hardwarePartially visible round ring or loop of hardware located near the left interior where the knit meets the pouch, partially obscured by knit strands.Partial
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.57 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium)
Other
Studio close-up of the bag interior against a neutral light gray gradient background, with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionTight vertical close-up framing focused on the bag interior and brand patch; top of handles and edges of the bag are cropped by the image frame.
- BackgroundNeutral light gray gradient background, lighter in the center and darker toward the edges, isolated from the product.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffused lighting producing gentle highlights on the glossy knit strands and subtle matte appearance on the leather surfaces; minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
deep black· open-knit body and handles#1B1915matte black· rectangular leather brand patch#1B1B1Bmatte black· flat leather pouch#1A1916- Open-knit bodyDense open-loop knitted or knotted strand construction forming the main body and handles of the bag, with visible looped stitches and a slightly glossy finish.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a densely knotted black leather or leather-like woven surface with a single round metal snap/button visible near the center.
- Woven knotted bodyDense open-weave constructed from flattened black cords twisted and knotted into an irregular lattice with visible gaps between rows.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.88 (high) - Cord finishCords have a slightly glossy, textured surface that reflects highlights along ridges, suggesting a smooth leather or leather-like finish.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.70 (medium) - Round metal snapSmall round silver metal snap or button set into the woven material, with a bright specular highlight on its face.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.48 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Button text“Maeden”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.48 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Knot and loop detailIndividual knot loops are visible where cords interlink; some loops form thicker braided columns while others remain loose, creating a textured surface variation.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Tight macro-style product photograph with shallow depth of field on a neutral light background; image cropped closely around the woven material.
- Shot compositionClose-up macro framing that fills the frame with the woven material and centers the metal snap; edges of the weave are cropped.
- Background and lightingNeutral light background visible through weave gaps; directional lighting creates noticeable specular highlights on both cords and the metal snap.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.06 · w 0.35 · h 0.30 (medium) - Depth of fieldShallow depth of field with portions of the weave in sharp focus while foreground and some rear loops are slightly out of focus.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.70 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium)
Colors
black· woven cords#1B1A15polished silver· metal snap#C4BCB3- Woven knotted bodyDense open-weave constructed from flattened black cords twisted and knotted into an irregular lattice with visible gaps between rows.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Maeden
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Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/handbagsReddit has almost no discussion of the Maeden Market Round Knotted Leather Hobo Bag specifically, but the brand Maeden receives a few positive but very limited mentions.
Only a handful of comments exist, mostly neutral or slightly positive about the brand's other bags, with no discussion of the specific product.
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Positive review of Maeden suede Market Tote
I have the suede Market Tote from Maeden and it's absolutely stunning. The suede is so beautiful and soft and the matcha green is vibrant. I would definitely recommend and I'm surprised they aren't more popular.
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