Beautiful Giancarlo Piretti black Chairs for Castelli in 1967. Manufacturer: Anonima Castelli, Bologna, Italy Price is for pair. They are made of great combination of black polished aluminium & transparent plastic. Material: Chrome - plated steel, cast aluminum & ABS plastic “The Symbol of a new era focused on plastic”. That’s how the Plia chair was presented in 1967 at the Fiera del Mobile in Milan. During the Fair, the Plia got so much acclaim from audiences that many visitors moved away from the stand with some samples without asking for permission… As a result of this unorthodox compliment the chairs were tied with chains for safety. With the Plia chair the designer, Giancarlo Piretti, has revolutionized the concept of folding chair, & his study on the “three-disc hinge” is considered a stroke of genius. The combination of steel & polypropylene frame has paved the way for Plia which has become a cult object. Plia represents the realization of “democratic design” & it is nowadays exposed at the design sector of the MoMA in New York. Thanks to this chair, which millions of copies have been sold, Giancarlo Piretti. The seating areas show some signs of use. They are signed “Folded Patent Anonima Castelli.Italy” in the inside of the crossbar of the seat. Very beautiful designer piece of furniture, suitable for any kind of home, office or patio. Pair Of Mid Century Modern Folding Chairs/ Giancarlo Piretti For Anonima Castelli/Model Plia/Moma/Folding & Stacking Chairs/Moma/Italy'70S
