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Set of Platone Foldable Desk & Plia Chair by G.Piretti for Anonima Castelli
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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
Giancarlo Piretti
Giancarlo Piretti was born in Bologna, Italy, in 1940. He attended art schools there and subsequently taught Interior Design. During that time, he was also designing furniture for Anonima Castelli. He has won numerous awards and has items in many museums, including MoMA, New York. He still lives and works in Bologna with his son, designer Alessandro Piretti.
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