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Vintage Plona Folding Chair in Smoked Acrylic by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli

$1,400
£1,064.64
€1,228.01
CA$1,961.14
A$2,194.91
CHF 1,146.08
MX$26,778
NOK 14,548.04
SEK 13,805.19
DKK 9,170.19
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About the Item

Early Plona desk/accent chair composed of a molded smoked acrylic seat and foldable aluminum frame designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli (ca. 1970, Italy). Collapsible/stackable for convenient storage when not in use. Iconic design featured in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Good, vintage condition with wear consistent with age/materials (smattering of light acrylic and aluminum scuffs, along with a more significant gouge to the upper left acrylic frame, as shown in image 15, and a scratch to the lower right acrylic as detailed in image 16). Retains the 'Plona Divisone Sedie Castelli Italy' manufacturer's label, as shown. Sourced in Rome, Italy. H: 30.13" x L: 26.5" x D: 25" Seat Height: 18" Seat Length (longest - front of seat): 18" Seat Length (shortest - back of seat): 14" Seat Depth: 16"
  • Creator:
    Castelli (Manufacturer),Giancarlo Piretti (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.13 in (76.54 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SKU000048841stDibs: LU1444242726192

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