“If we choose, we can live in a world of comforting illusion”
Noam Chomsky
London, October
The Impossible table from Christopher Duffy is new to 2021 and builds on Duffy London’s repertoire for illusionary design, with a three-dimensional trompe-l'œil played out in eye-catching polished and matte black steel.
A shimmering and mysterious construction that proves robust and sturdy, despite a rather delicate appearance. Simple, stepped facets highlight the sudden transition from solid to negative space, with the top half appearing to be detached and floating, unsupported, above its base.
As much a piece of contemporary sculpture and visual trickery as it is conventional furniture, The Impossible table is the ideal statement center piece and makes for a dramatic, engaging focal point in the room. The Impossible table is equally impressive when placed against a wall and used as a console table.
"We wanted to come up with a slick but playful design that really stops people in their tracks. It’s not just a simple illusion - the Impossible table draws you in, and then as you get closer and start touching and pressing it, it keeps you engaged and totally bamboozled, questioning your senses.
It works perfectly as a console but really comes alive as an engaging, interactive center piece for any room or living space."
Chris Duffy
The Impossible table is formed from two distinct blocks, one made of powder-coated mild steel, the other from a highly polished stainless steel to create a mirrored reflective surface.
Bespoke colour finishes are available on request.
The Impossible table is limited to 20 editions.
Bespoke pieces and larger commissions are available on request.
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