Archibald Lounge Chair
Made by Poltrona Frau
Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud
Jean-Marie Massaud conceived the Archibald around a single, considered idea: comfort as an embrace. The silhouette is generous without being heavy, its relaxed profile held in place by vertical folds that give the piece an unmistakable identity. These folds are not decoration but structure, drawing the upholstery into a quiet rhythm that reads differently from every angle.
Poltrona Frau's Pelle Frau leather brings its own character to the form. Tanned using traditional methods and offered across a broad palette, it ages with the kind of patina that only develops through genuine craft and careful hide selection. Fabric versions follow the same philosophy: precisely tailored, with stitching details that include contrast options on leather and tone-on-tone finishes on fabric.
- Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud
- Upholstered in Pelle Frau leather or fabric, with removable covers available
- Vertical fold detailing as structural and formal gesture
- Contrast stitching and tone-on-tone finish options
- Produced by Poltrona Frau in Tolentino, Italy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the Archibald lounge chair?
The Archibald was designed by French designer Jean-Marie Massaud, known for work that bridges emotional warmth with rigorous formal discipline. Massaud developed the piece around the concept of comfort as a structural, not merely aesthetic, ambition.
What is Pelle Frau leather?
Pelle Frau is Poltrona Frau's proprietary leather, produced using traditional vegetable and semi-aniline tanning processes at the company's facility in Tolentino, Italy. It is selected for hide quality, suppleness, and its capacity to develop a distinctive patina over time.
Is the Archibald available in fabric as well as leather?
Yes. The Archibald is offered in both Pelle Frau leather and fabric upholstery, with removable covers available in select configurations. Stitching details vary by material, with contrast options on leather and tone-on-tone finishes on fabric.
Where is the Archibald lounge chair manufactured?
The Archibald is produced by Poltrona Frau at their historic workshop in Tolentino, in the Marche region of Italy, where the company has crafted upholstered furniture since 1912.
What design tradition does Poltrona Frau represent?
Founded in 1912, Poltrona Frau is one of Italy's oldest and most respected upholstery houses, recognized for combining artisanal leather-working heritage with collaborations with leading international architects and designers.
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