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UPholstery & occasional
sofield’s upholstery tends to be generous in scale and overtly comfortable. Many items rely on convergence — a
narrowing from front to back — to add a sense of lightness and visual interest. larger sofas often add a recessed plinth
base — a fresh, modern twist that creates the illusion of floating. sofield is known for his distinctive chair designs: the
normandie, Manor Wing and bottomley ranking as some of the most outstanding.
the accompanying occasional tables may be the highlight of the collection. With unusual forms, materials and finishes,
they are a recipe for modernism. an extravagantly shaped marble top and handmade metal base make the river house
coffee table an obvious standout. in much the same way, the ellipse and twig tables add color and texture. the iconic
tusk table is an enduring favorite and a gift from sofield to each of his private clients.
