Plia Folding Chair

Plia Folding Chair

Designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1967.

An absolute icon of Italian design, the Plia is a folding chair featuring its famous chromed steel rod frame and transparent plastic seat and backrest, shown here in the original warm amber hue.

Piretti's design is recognizable for its perfect balance between visual lightness, functionality, and technical innovation: the joint system allows for an extremely compact fold, making the chair practical and easy to store, without sacrificing its strong formal identity.

The shell features the classic shape with a central circular inlay on the seat and rounded edges, distinctive elements of the model.

Materials
• Chromed steel frame
• Transparent amber-colored plastic seat and backrest

Era
• Late 1960s / later production consistent with the original design

Condition
The metal frame is in good overall condition.

The plastic parts (seat and backrest) show some surface marks, small scratches, and slight signs of aging, especially visible when held against the light, consistent with use and the age of the item.
No breaks or cracks are visible.