Plia Folding Chair by Giancarlo Piretti in Blue

• item. foldable chair
• designer. Giancarlo Piretti
• maker. Anonima Castelli
• model. Plia
• period. 1970s
• country. Italy
• material. chrome steel, aluminium alloy joints, rigid polyurethane
• color. blue, chromed silver
• dimensions (cm). chair 46 x 4,5 x 89 (folded), 40 x 46 x 76 (open)
• condition. excellent condition. the chrome parts are well preserved with minimal signs of oxidation. some superficial scratches and very light scuffs. the variations in blue tones are caused by light reflections on the glossy surface.
• art.# 1823

  Designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, the Plia folding chair is one of the most recognisable and celebrated chairs of the 20th century. First introduced in 1969, it revolutionised seating design with its patented three-disc hinge system that allows smooth folding and unfolding. This version features a vivid blue seat and backrest in moulded plastic, paired with a chrome-plated tubular steel frame. Its clean geometry, functional innovation and lightweight structure made it an instant success—and a design classic. Still widely appreciated for its clarity and practicality, the Plia chair is part of numerous museum collections around the world. This particular piece offers a rare and bold variation in colour, perfect for adding a touch of 1970s Italian design to your interior. A true collector’s piece.