Brand & Designer

Poltrona Frau
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Poltrona Frau

Founded in 1912, one brand with three souls: handmade in Italy furnishings, custom solutions for public and private spaces, and luxury interiors for cars, aviation, and yachting.
Jean-Marie Massaud
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Jean-Marie Massaud

A visionary French architect and designer known for creating refined, emotionally resonant work that balances innovation, simplicity, and human experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pelle Frau leather and how is it made?

Pelle Frau is Poltrona Frau's proprietary full-grain leather, produced at the brand's atelier in Tolentino, Italy. Each hide is individually selected, vegetable- or chrome-tanned depending on the grade, and finished by hand, resulting in a material with exceptional depth and a patina that matures distinctively with use.

Who designed the Downtown office chair?

The Downtown office chair was designed by Jean-Marie Massaud, the French designer known for work that sits between sculpture and industrial precision. Massaud has collaborated with leading international brands across furniture, architecture, and product design.

Is the Downtown chair suitable for all-day executive use?

Yes. While the chair reads as an aesthetic object, its construction incorporates ergonomic engineering calibrated for sustained use in executive environments, balancing postural support with the visual restraint expected of serious office furniture.

What customization options are available for the Downtown chair?

The Downtown is available in a broad selection of Pelle Frau leather colors and base finishes, allowing the chair to be specified for a wide range of interior palettes. Configuration options are best confirmed directly, as the range evolves seasonally.

Where is Poltrona Frau furniture manufactured?

Poltrona Frau has manufactured its furniture in Tolentino, in the Marche region of Italy, since 1912. The atelier maintains traditional upholstery techniques alongside contemporary production methods, and each piece carries the heritage of that continuous craft lineage.