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Richard L. Sandfort, Aluminum Outdoor Sofa Sectional –1950
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Description
Richard L. Sandfort, Aluminum Outdoor Sofa Sectional –,1950
A rare and stylish aluminum outdoor sectional by Richard L. Sandfort, Inc., circa 1950s. Composed of four modular pieces, the set extends to 105” when fully arranged but can also be configured as a three-seat sofa with a matching side chair. This sculptural design is evocative of classic mid-century California glamour-pictured a young Norma Jeane modeling poolside in Beverly Hills on a Sandfort Ottoman.
Design & Materials:
Painted aluminum frame with updated internal spring platform
Upholstered in Holly Hunt’s “Birds of Paradise in Beta Blue” — part of The Great Outdoors collection, a 100% solution-dyed Sunbrella yarn fabric
Fabric details: Stain-repellent finish, 50,000 Wyzenbeek double rubs (heavy-duty)
New cushions; springs have been replaced for improved comfort and durability
Dimensions (overall configuration):
Width: 105" total (26" per section)
Height: 30.5"
Depth: 34"
Seat Height: 17.5"
Condition:
Structurally sound with scratches throughout finish wear consistent with age and outdoor use. Freshly reupholstered cushions and replaced spring seating platform.
About the Designer:
Richard L. Sandfort, Inc. was a niche California furniture maker known for quality outdoor furnishings that blended function with laid-back elegance. Their aluminum-framed pieces were favored in upscale mid-century residential settings, especially in Southern California’s luxury enclaves. -
More Information
Period: 1950-1979 Condition: Good. Structurally sound with scratches and finish wear consistent with age and outdoor use. Freshly reupholstered cushions and replaced spring seating platform. Creation Date: 1945 Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Dealer Reference #: C00005007 Incollect Reference #: 803861
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