1960s Plia Folding Chair with Woven Wicker Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, 1967

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Rare original 1960s Plia folding chair with Viennese wickerwork.

Design Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli 1967.

Made in Italy. Great Italian design rare with braid on seat and backrest.# Very good condition and fully functional.All chairs got a new cord seat.
Absolutely no damages to the frame and braid.
Everything firm and not shaky. Easy to close and open. Suitable for all living areas and very decorative.Creator: Giancarlo Piretti (Designer),Anonima Castelli (Designer)Dimensions: Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 18.51 in (47 cm)Depth: 21.66 in (55 cm)Style: Post-Modern (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Cord,WovenPlace of Origin: ItalyPeriod: Mid-20th CenturyDate of Manufacture: ca 1967Condition: GoodRewoven.Seller Location: Alsdorf, DEReference Number: 1stDibs: LU7025235821392Shop All Giancarlo Piretti

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.