Italian Modular 8-Piece Brown Sofa by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, 1973
The ‘Sistema 61’ modular sofa, designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli in 1973, is a study in adaptability. Featuring squared, padded seats and backs, upholstered in rich brown textile, its internal structure is crafted from black plastic. Originally connected by U-shaped chromed steel hooks (now missing), the sofa’s modular design allows for endless configurations. Arrange the four seats and backrests as a cohesive unit or use them individually as armchairs, a two-seater sofa, or poufs.
Giancarlo Piretti, born in Bologna in 1940, trained at the Istituto Statale d'Arte before forging a lasting partnership with Anonima Castelli. With a focus on industrial design, Piretti and the Bologna-based manufacturer created functional pieces that captured the essence of post-war modernism.
Their collaboration, marked by modular, space-saving designs, is epitomized by the Sistema 61 seating system—a flexible, adaptable solution that reflects Piretti's vision for versatile living. Together, they crafted award-winning works that solidified Italy's role at the forefront of modern furniture design.
(3) Square: 24”W x 24”D x 15"H
(5) Rectangle: 24”W x 12”D x 27”H
DIMENSIONS: 72"W x 36"D x 27"H
ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS:
SEAT HEIGHT: 15"
ORIGIN: Italy
PERIOD: 1970s
MATERIALS: Plastic,Upholstered
CONDITION:
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