Platone Folding Desk by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy, 1969

Iconic Mid-Century Modern folding desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti in 1969. The Platone desk features a black laminate top with integrated storage recess, supported by a sleek tubular chrome steel frame that folds effortlessly into a compact form. Celebrated for its intelligent engineering and minimalist aesthetic, this design is a landmark of Italian modernism—combining practicality with timeless visual clarity.