Archibald bed
Made by Poltrona Frau
Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud
Jean-Marie Massaud conceived the Archibald collection as a study in enveloping form, and the bed is its most intimate resolution. The sculptural headboard speaks the collection's signature language: softly tailored folds, generous curvature, and a presence that reads as architectural without sacrificing warmth.
Upholstered entirely in Poltrona Frau's Pelle Frau leather, the bed carries the material heritage that has defined the Italian house since 1912. Pelle Frau is tanned and finished to a standard that rewards close attention, deepening in character over time rather than wearing away from it.
- Available in a range of sizes
- Configurable with fixed, manual, or electric bed bases
- Foot height and finish customizable in painted black or leather upholstery
- Back panel available in Poltrona Frau Jacquard canvas for wall placement
Massaud's design asks the bed to do more than anchor a room. It creates a boundary between the world and rest, one drawn in leather and proportion rather than walls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What leather is used on the Archibald bed?
The Archibald bed is upholstered in Pelle Frau, Poltrona Frau's proprietary leather. It is tanned using processes developed and refined by the Italian house over more than a century, resulting in a hide that is supple, consistent in grain, and known for aging gracefully with use.
Can the Archibald bed be configured with an adjustable base?
Yes. The Archibald bed is available with a fixed, manual, or electric bed base, allowing it to accommodate different mattress dimensions and functional requirements without compromising the design's silhouette.
Who designed the Archibald collection for Poltrona Frau?
The Archibald collection was designed by Jean-Marie Massaud, a French designer and architect known for his work at the intersection of sensory experience and formal restraint. His practice spans furniture, architecture, and product design across European and international clients.
What customization options are available for the bed feet and back panel?
The bed feet can be specified in painted black or leather upholstery to coordinate with or contrast the main body. The back panel may be ordered in Poltrona Frau Jacquard canvas, a practical and considered option when the bed is positioned directly against a wall.
How does the Archibald bed relate to the broader Archibald collection?
The Archibald collection by Poltrona Frau originated with seating, and the bed extends that same formal language. The signature deep-folded upholstery and generous proportions that define the lounge chair and sofa reappear in the headboard, giving the collection coherence across an entire room.