Black desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli, Italy, circa 1970.

Desk designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in the 1970s. This model features a large rectangular laminate top in black with a matching rounded edge. The structure rests on two T-shaped aluminium legs, characteristic of the Italian industrial vocabulary of the time. The suspended cabinet in black lacquered metal, with gently rounded corners, includes two drawers and a lockable top drawer. The tubular metal handles emphasise the clean aesthetic. The design combines functional rigor with a strong graphic presence, typical of modern Italian office furniture from the 1970s. Manufacturer: Castelli, Italy, circa 1970.