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Giancarlo Piretti, Plia Chairs, 1970s
About the Item
Plia foldable chairs produced by Castelli and designed by Giancarlo Piretti (also known for the Alky or Plona lounge chairs).
These practical folding chairs are still in very good condition, and very practical in their use: They can be easily stored away since they fold completely flat.
On permanent exposition at the MoMA New York.
Materials: Metal, lucite
Origination: Italy, 1970s. Castelli label underside frame.
Condition: Very good vintage condition. Some signs of corrosion and age on the metal frame and seat as per pictures. Note that the original clear floor glides are still installed (recent ones are only available in black).
Approximate dimensions:
Height: 76 cm
Width: 51 cm
Depth: 48 cm
Seat height: 43 cm
Price per piece.
- Creator:Castelli (Maker),Giancarlo Piretti (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Renens, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5599225963092
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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