Image source: Moroso — Soft Little Heavy
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Soft Little Heavy
Soft Little Heavy armchair by Ron Arad with a sculpted foam shell and internal steel frame
1991
Official product information
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Description
Overview
The 1991 Soft Little Heavy armchair by Ron Arad carries configurator and technical code SF0050. It is one of the individually named forms in Moroso's Spring Collection.
Construction
An internal steel structure is enclosed by cold-injected polyurethane. For the default configuration, Moroso specifies CAL TB 117 and no added flame-retardant chemicals. A separately available fireproof build follows BS 5852 crib 5. Upholstery stays attached to the body.
Model details
- Product code: SF0050
- Frame: steel
- Listed weight: 20 kg
Story
Contrasting front and side profiles
Soft Little Heavy changes character as it turns. From the front, a rounded upper cushion sits above a broad curved body; from the side, the shell opens around a circular void. Ron Arad created this compact armchair in 1991.
One member of a named group
The Spring Collection sheet places Soft Little Heavy beside Soft Big Easy, Soft Little Easy, Size Ten and Soft Heart. Its own SF0050 identity and 20 kg listed weight distinguish it within that group.
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