£12,156
Estimated delivery time: 8 - 10 Weeks
Composed with graphic restraint and architectural rhythm, the Billie rug by Poltrona Frau translates the bold vision of Max Huber into a tactile landscape for contemporary interiors. Designed in tribute to the artist’s centenary and named after jazz icon Billie Holiday, its red disc and intersecting anthracite lines evoke motion, tempo, and visual balance within curated spatial settings.
Hand-knotted in Nepal using the traditional Tibetan knot technique, Billie blends New Zealand wool with linen to create a dense, velvety surface with exceptional durability. The rug’s abstract clarity and artisan construction elevate it beyond decoration—anchoring living rooms, libraries, or creative spaces with quiet authority and graphic precision.
Made in Italy
350 x 250 cm
Pattern features a bold geometrical design consisting of a circle and vertical line in intense red, intersected by two perpendicular lines in anthracite coal grey. Presented in a single colour variant, the palette is based on the original artwork of Max Huber.
Technique entirely hand-knotted on wooden looms using the traditional Tibetan knot method. Each knot is tied individually using natural wool and linen threads. After each row, a waft thread is compressed against the pile using a special tool to ensure density and durability. The final fleece is cut to achieve a uniform, velvet-like surface.
Composition includes 50% natural wool and 50% natural linen. This blend creates a silky, slightly glossy appearance with a dynamic perception of colour depending on the viewing angle. The fleece is a long-pile, cut finish across the entire surface.
Details include hand-sewn wool borders finishing all four sides. Overall quality is 70,000 knots/sq.m, with a thickness of approximately 10 mm and a weight of 3 kg/sq.m.
Please note any irregularities, variations in gauge, or slight colour differences are inherent to the natural fibres and manual craftsmanship—each piece is a unique expression of artisanal excellence.
YEAR OF DESIGN
2019
DESIGNER
Max Huber
Founded in 1912 and based in Tolentino, Poltrona Frau is one of Italy’s most storied furniture makers. From proprietary leathers to timber and textile, its atelier combines hand-finished techniques with architectural precision. Every piece reflects over a century of design culture—where craftsmanship, material rigour, and refined comfort quietly converge.
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