Folding desk Castelli G. Piretti, Italy, circa 1970

Folding desk Platone by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, 1970s An icon of Italian design from the 1970s, this folding desk Platone, designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, captivates with its modernist aesthetic, sculptural silhouette, and ingenious folding system. This design piece stands out with its rectangular top featuring generously rounded corners, in an elegant ivory hue, highlighted by a shiny chrome edge. Its tubular chrome metal legs create a graphic and airy structure, characteristic of Italian furniture from this period. Beyond its minimalist elegance, the Platone reflects a functional approach to design: its folding mechanism allows for easy storage when not in use, while maintaining a true decorative presence once deployed. Its combination of materials, between the softness of the top and the shine of the chrome, enables it to fit seamlessly into both modernist or vintage interiors as well as contemporary spaces seeking a statement piece. Features: - Designer: Giancarlo Piretti - Publisher: Anonima Castelli - Model: Platone - Era: 1970s - Materials: moulded plastic top and chrome tubular structure - Colours: ivory and chrome - Style: Italian design, modernist, Space Age, vintage - Condition: good vintage condition with signs of use related to its age Dimensions: - Height: 68.5 cm - Width: 73.5 cm - Depth: 63.5 cm A classic of Italian design, both functional and sculptural, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts of 1970s vintage furniture.