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Set of Platone Foldable Desk & Plia Chair by G.Piretti for Anonima Castelli

$2,946.56per set
£2,219.34per set
€2,500per set
CA$4,063.43per set
A$4,565.08per set
CHF 2,385.26per set
MX$55,718.93per set
NOK 30,285.85per set
SEK 28,507.74per set
DKK 19,029.05per set

About the Item

The Platone desk, designed by Giancarlo Piretti in the 1970s for Anonima Castelli, represents a pivotal moment in modern design. Celebrated worldwide, it holds a place in the permanent collection of MoMA, cementing its status as an icon of Italian furniture. Crafted with an elegant beige polyurethane surface and a tubular chrome steel frame, the desk exemplifies the innovative use of materials characteristic of the Space Age. Its foldable design offers versatility without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. Accompanying the desk is the Plia folding chair, another of Piretti’s celebrated designs. Together, the desk and chair create a professional yet stylish setup suitable for collectors, designers, and enthusiasts of mid-century modern furniture. Invest in a piece of design history that combines functionality with artistic excellence. item. foldable writing desk & chair designer. Giancarlo Piretti maker. Anonima Castelli model. Platone / Plia period. 1970s country. Italy material. chrome steel, aluminum alloy joints, rigid polyurethane color. chocolate brown, black ,chromed silver dimensions (cm). chair 46 x 4,5 x 89 (folded), 40 x 46 x 76 (open); table 90 x 6 x 82 (folded), 82 x 64 x 68 (open) item. foldable writing desk & chair designer. Giancarlo Piretti maker. Anonima Castelli model. Platone / Plia period. 1970s country. Italy material. chrome steel, aluminium alloy joints, rigid polyurethane color. beige, chromed silver dimensions (cm). chair 46 x 4,5 x 89 (folded), 40 x 46 x 76 (open); table 90 x 6 x 82 (folded), 82 x 64 x 68 (open) condition. excellent condition. the chrome parts are well preserved with minimal signs of oxidation. some superficial scratches and very light scuffs, mostly concentrated on the underside of the desk (therefore not visible). the chair and desk are both beige, but in slightly different shades. all the feet are original, new, and have been replaced. label on the chair, branding on the desk.
  • Creator:
    Anonima Castelli (Manufacturer),Giancarlo Piretti (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 32.29 in (82 cm)Depth: 25.2 in (64 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Minimalist (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 16141stDibs: LU9414244873662

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