{"product_id":"rare-mid-century-giancarlo-piretti-axis-17339","title":"Rare Mid century Giancarlo Piretti Axis 3000 5-Seater Bench for Anonima Castelli, Italy, 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare Giancarlo Piretti Axis 3000 Four-Seat Beam Bench – Anonima Castelli, Italy, 1970s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and highly distinctive five-seat Axis 3000 beam bench, designed by renowned Italian designer Giancarlo Piretti for Anonima Castelli, Italy, dating from the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Axis 3000 is an important example of Italian contract and industrial design, created as a modular seating system for waiting areas, offices and other collective spaces. Its distinctive design language is closely associated with Piretti’s celebrated work for Anonima Castelli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this example particularly impressive is its extra-long Four-seat configuration, measuring approximately 220 cm in total width, creating a strong architectural presence while retaining the elegant and lightweight appearance characteristic of Piretti’s designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bench combines a sturdy white-painted metal beam\/base with polished chrome\/aluminium side supports. Four individually shaped seats and backrests are upholstered in cognac-coloured faux leather, giving the piece a warm, sophisticated appearance while beautifully contrasting with the exposed metal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculptural seat shells, long horizontal beam and polished metal elements create a distinctly Space Age \/ Italian Mid-Century Modern aesthetic. It works exceptionally well as original contract seating or as a statement piece in a contemporary interior, entrance hall, gallery, office, showroom, hotel, restaurant or sophisticated residential space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Axis 3000 was conceived as a modular seating system, allowing different seating configurations and accessories to be combined. This makes it particularly interesting for collectors, architects and interior designers looking for authentic vintage Italian seating with a strong architectural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bench is stable and structurally sound. The seats and backrests are upholstered in cognac faux leather, presenting beautifully with the natural signs of age and use expected from an authentic vintage piece.\u003cbr\u003e\nscratches on the chrome side of each chair giving the vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white-painted metal beam and chrome\/polished metal elements retain their attractive vintage appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Total width: approx. 220 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Depth: approx. 55 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Height: approx. 77 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Seat depth: approx. 45 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n* Seat width: approx. 44 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Designer: Giancarlo Piretti\u003cbr\u003e\n* Model: Axis 3000\u003cbr\u003e\n* Manufacturer: Anonima Castelli\u003cbr\u003e\n* Country of origin: Italy\u003cbr\u003e\n* Period: 1970s\u003cbr\u003e\n* Style: Italian Mid-Century Modern \/ Space Age \/ Industrial Design\u003cbr\u003e\n* Configuration: 4 seats\u003cbr\u003e\n* Upholstery: Cognac faux leather\u003cbr\u003e\n* Frame: White-painted metal beam with chrome\/polished metal elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModular Axis 3000 System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also have other Axis 3000 configurations available, including different seating arrangements and versions with integrated side tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check our other listings in the Midagevintage Etsy store to see the available pieces and create your own modular composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide Shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌍 Worldwide shipping available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional packing and international shipping can be arranged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Pickup is also possible in Baden-Baden, Germany 76532.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIDAGEVINTAGE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialists in authentic Mid-Century Modern and vintage design furniture from Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale original Giancarlo Piretti Axis 3000 seating system — equally suited to collectors, interior designers, architects, hospitality projects, offices, galleries and statement residential interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIDAGEVINTAGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53630425956618,"sku":"MID-RARMID-U08P","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/9320\/6538\/files\/il_fullxfull.8526935433_9q00.jpg?v=1788582315","url":"https:\/\/midagevintage.com\/products\/rare-mid-century-giancarlo-piretti-axis-17339","provider":"MIDAGEVINTAGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}