Lepli Chair
Made by Poltrona Frau
Designed by Kensaku Oshiro
Kensaku Oshiro approaches furniture as he does fashion: with close attention to fold, seam, and silhouette. The Leplì Chair is perhaps the clearest expression of that sensibility. Its name derives from the French le pli, meaning the fold, and that governing idea shapes every decision in the design. The upholstery gathers and drapes with an almost textile logic, softening the chair's form while giving it a precise, considered identity.
Poltrona Frau's storied leather craft anchors the piece. The house's Pelle Frau hides are selected for grain consistency and chromatic depth, developing a patina over years of use that synthetic materials cannot replicate. Fabric configurations extend the chair's range across residential, hospitality, and contract environments.
- Designed by Kensaku Oshiro
- Available in Pelle Frau leather or fabric upholstery
- Fixed lounge chair configuration
- Suited to residential, hospitality, and contract settings
- Made to order
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the Poltrona Frau Leplì Chair?
The Leplì Chair was designed by Kensaku Oshiro, a Paris-based Japanese designer known for work that draws on fashion's vocabulary of cut, fold, and drape. His collaboration with Poltrona Frau extends across the full Leplì family of seating.
What does the name Leplì mean?
Leplì is derived from the French 'le pli,' meaning the fold. The name directly references the chair's defining formal gesture: upholstery that gathers and folds in a way that evokes tailored fabric construction rather than conventional cushioning.
What upholstery options are available for the Leplì Chair?
The Leplì Chair is available through Poltrona Frau's full upholstery program, which includes the house's signature Pelle Frau leathers in a wide range of colors and grains, as well as curated fabric selections suited to residential and hospitality applications.
Is the Leplì Chair appropriate for contract or hospitality use?
Yes. Its considered proportions and durable Poltrona Frau upholstery options make the Leplì Chair well suited to hospitality suites, private dining rooms, and executive offices, in addition to residential settings.
How does Poltrona Frau leather age over time?
Pelle Frau hides are selected for grain consistency and then processed using traditional Italian tannery methods. Over time, the leather develops a natural patina that deepens its color and character, a quality associated with full-grain and semi-aniline finishes.
