Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Italian, 1911-1985
With his stylish and technically innovative furniture, Osvaldo Borsani helped change the face of Italian design in the 1950s and ’60s. His sofas and chairs, featuring deeply upholstered seating and adjustable position settings, have an aura of optimism and efficiency that still seems fresh and lively today.
Born in the commune of Varedo in northern Italy’s Lombardy region, Borsani studied at the Brera Academy in Milan — the same school attended by such luminaries as designer Piero Fornasetti and artist Lucio Fontana — as well as the Polytechnic University of Milan. Borsani first worked for his father’s furniture-making firm, Arredamenti Borsani, an atelier influenced by the more expressive and curvaceous wing of Art Deco design.
By 1953, when, along with his twin brother, Fulgenzio — the pair also created this visionary mid-century villa — Borsani opened the furniture company Tecno, his design sensibilities had evolved toward furnishings with strong, simple forms enhanced by mechanical innovations, as with the P40 adjustable armchair. Borsani would be the firm’s lead designer for 30 years, while fostering work by Vico Magistretti, Carlo De Carli, Robin Day and others.
Similar to Gio Ponti in the earliest years of his career, Borsani first created designs marked by lush and buoyant lines: tables with voluptuous curved legs, sofas with undulating backrests.
But Borsani’s best-known and most novel pieces date from Tecno’s initial furniture lines: the adjustable D70 sofa, which folds open to make a daybed, and the P40 recliner. The latter — now included in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art and the Victoria & Albert Museum — is an articulated lounger with a back, seat and leg rest that can be moved into 486 different positions. Not only is it extremely comfortable, it is also enduringly chic.
Find a collection of vintage Osvaldo Borsani tables, dining chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Osvaldo Borsani
1956, Osvaldo Borsani, P40 Adjustable Lounge Chair in Terra Red Fabric
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
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Beautiful P40 in a special terra brownish red color color. The upholstery is new. The chair is in good condition. The P 40 is a reclinable...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metal
Osvaldo Borsani P31 lounge chairs Tecno Italy 1963
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful and rare set of 4 P31 chairs by Osvaldo Borsani and made in Italy by Tecno in 1957. The chairs are in good original condition with normal signs of usage and have a wonderfu...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metal, Brass
Beautiful Chaise Longue P40, Design Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1970
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Napoli, IT
Beautiful chaise lounge P40 in black cotton velvet designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1970.
This long chair is very good condition and all the mechanics for the different...
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1970s Italian Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Steel
P40 armchair, designer Osvaldo Borsani, production Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Busnago, IT
The versatile and comfortable P40 armchair was designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1955 for Tecno. The armchair can be adjusted to more than 400 positions; the backrest can be reclined to...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metal
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani, Valeria Borsani, and Marco Fantoni for Tecno, 'Canada' lounge chairs and ottoman, model 'T110', leather, mahogany, cherry, Italy, design 1966
The Canada series was...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Leather, Cherry, Mahogany
Tecno Chair and Desk Unit by Osvaldo Borsani
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Budapest, HU
Discover the perfect blend of contemporary elegance and practical functionality with this stunning 3-seater desk unit, masterfully designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. Whether you'...
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1970s Italian Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Poltroncina Osvaldo Borsani - Modello P35 - Vintage - Midcentury - Armchair
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, MI
Poltroncina Osvaldo Borsani - Modello P35 - vintage - midcentury - armchair
Poltroncine Osvaldo Borsani - Modello P35 Caratteristiche Designer: Osvaldo Borsani Produzione: Italia...
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1950s Italian Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Wood
'D70' sofa, Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno, 1970
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Sofa model "D70," design by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1970. The D70 features a mechanical structure that allows the seat and backrest to be tilted and transformed, offering d...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metal
Pair of Canada Armchairs P119 with footrest in black leather
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of Osvaldo Borsani Canada P110 Armchairs with one footrest, upholstered in the original leather in perfect conditions, production Tecno.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Leather, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani, Lounge Chair, Wood, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in High Point, NC
An organic cream-lacquered wood and beige brown velvet lounge chairs designed and produced by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1940s.
Seat height 16.75
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1940s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Velvet, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani Rare Armchairs in orignal condition in silk
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, IT
Rare and Iconic 1950s Italian Lounge Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani - A Statement of Elegance and Sensual Design
Discover the timeless charm of Italian mid-century design with this rare...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Satin, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Wood and Leather Office Desk Dinning Room Chairs, 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Rome, IT
The Osvaldo Borsani chairs, simple structure but much elegance to this set of 4 chairs of Italian design of the 1950s. Refinement and class as is in the Borsani style, unique pieces of their kind that remain precious forever.
Six Osvaldo Borsani punched Chairs from 1960. All covered in red leather ( the leather is original of the years), with wooden legs, and metal frame. Founder with his brother Fulgenzio of Tecno, architect Osvaldo Borsani has given life to products-icon of the company and of Italian design. Founder of Tecno with his brother Fulgenzio, architect Osvaldo Borsani created iconic products for the company and Italian design. Osvaldo Borsani began working at a very young age in the family furniture manufacturing company. In 1933 he participated in the fifth Triennale di Milano with the project for the “Casa Minima”, which was awarded the silver medal. In the post-war period, after graduating from the Polytechnic, he formed friendships with numerous artists, with whom he created important works of art in furniture...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Leather, Wood
Elegant Osvaldo Borsani Armchairs 'Model P35', 1948
By Osvaldo Borsani, Arredamenti Borsani
Located in Berlin, DE
Two elegant and fine arm chairs (Model P 35) by Italian architect and designer Osvaldo Borsani. The chairs can be bought as a pair or individually.
Upholstered seat, velvet cover and...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Velvet, Ash, Plywood
$8,111 / item
P20 Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1955 Mid-Century Modern Pair of Chairs
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Brescia, IT
1955, Tecno
Black leatherette and metal frame.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metal
Osvaldo Borsani Upholstered Bench or Stool Wood 1940 Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, IT
Osvaldo Borsani upholstered bench or stool wood 1940 Italy.
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1940s Italian Other Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Wood
Chair "Modus" Tecno Design Ovaldo Borsani Eugenio Gerli, 1970s Rare Version
By Eugenio Gerli, Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in taranto, IT
very rare, unique in the world, this original Tecno chair, designed by osvaldo borsani in the 70s
probably a prototype that has never entered the market, there is no such trace in...
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1970s Italian Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Metal
Very rare set of P72 lounge chairs by Osvaldo Borsani
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Munich, DE
Very rare and early lounge chairs by Osvaldo Borsani. For re-upholstery.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Iron
Italian Modern Osvaldo Borsani Arm Chair Model P24 by Tecno, Italy, 1961
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Hellouw, NL
Impressive Italian Modern Osvaldo Borsani arm chair Model P24 by Tecno from Italy 1961. Wooden armrests in combination with the metal frame make this an interesting and timeless piec...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metal
$2,338 Sale Price
20% Off
10 Black plastic & Aluminum 1970s MODUS stackable chairs with desk by Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of 10 Black Nylon/plastic and aluminum 1970s Stackable chairs by Tecno. This chair model was produced in different versions and colors.
Thes...
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1980s Italian Space Age Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Midcentury D-70 Sofa / Bed by Osvaldo Borsani & Tecno, New Upholstery
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in New York, NY
An important statement in the history of Modern design: the Italian Mid-Century Modern D 70 sofa, couch or bed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. Tecno was one of the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Brass, Steel
Rare Pair of Lounge Chairs Model P24 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1960s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milan, IT
Lounge chairs model P24 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno.
Surprising combination of sleek wood armrests on metal frame.
Chairs can also be connected together creating a comfortable settee.
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1960s Italian Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Metallic Thread
9 Black plastic & Aluminum 1970s MODUS stackable chairs by Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of 9 Black Nylon/plastic and aluminum 1970s Stackable chairs by Tecno. This chair model was produced in different versions and colors.
These...
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1980s Italian Space Age Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Osvaldo Borsani P40 Chaise Long “Tecno” Iron Brass Cloth 1955, Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, IT
Osvaldo Borsani P40 chaise long “Tecno” iron brass cloth 1955, Italy.
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1950s Italian Other Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Iron
P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Palm Springs, CA
P40 lounge chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. The lounge, with an extendable footrest, is designed to recline be adjusted in many different positions depending on the user’...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Brass, Steel
6 chairs mod. 7388 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for ABV 1951
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Rare set of 6 chairs mod. 7388 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for ABV Arredamenti Borsani Varedo in 1951.
Bentwood frame, velvet seats.
Excellent condition, restored, maker's mark.
Exte...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Sheet Metal
Osvaldo Borsani Chairs Wood Skin 1950 Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, IT
Osvaldo Borsani.
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1950s Italian Other Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Wood
Osvaldo Borsani P31 Chair for Tecno, Italy 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in Italy during the late 1950s, this striking vintage lounge chair is a fine example of mid-century Italian design. Its elegant tripod base, cra...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Steel
Rare set of eight dining room chairs by Osvaldo Borsani
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in London, GB
A very rare set of 8 dining room chairs designed and produced by Osvaldo Borsani C1940s . Solid cherrywood frames later upholstered in luxurious mohair moss green velvet with contras...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Velvet, Cherry
Rare Variant Pair of Armchairs P32 Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italy, 1950
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Rare variant pair armchairs P32 Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1950, whit brass legs.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Wood
Osvaldo Borsani Lounge Chair in Walnut
By Osvaldo Borsani, Arredamenti Borsani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for ABV, lounge chair, model 6553, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1945
This elegant lounge chair model 6553 is designed by Osvaldo Borsani and embodies a splendid constructi...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Osvaldo Borsani tree chairs mod. Modus for Tecno 1970s.
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in bari, IT
This model was presented in January 1972 in Cologne as the first product of the Tecno Project Center, an innovative initiative by Borsani that marked a change in the landscape of Ita...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
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Aluminum
Italian modern Adjustable office chair Modus by Osvaldo Borsano for Tecno, 1980s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Adjustable office chair Modus by Osvaldo Borsano for Tecno, 1980s
Office or desk chair mod. Modus with seat and backrest in ivory-white plastic monocoque. On the seat ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Metal
Modular and Stackable Modus Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1982
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Budapest, HU
Designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in 1982, the Modus chairs are crafted from ABS plastic, a material known for its durability, and feature a glossy red finish that pairs well wit...
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1980s Italian Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Steel
1980s Osvaldo Borsani Swivel Wheeled White Office Chairs
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in IT
Three Office swivels chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, made in Italy in 1980s. Stamped on the bottom and marked Tecno on the side. The swivel chairs are made of white plastic. The ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Metal
$811 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Osvaldo Borsani - P31 - Produced by Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Rare 1960s chairs by Osvaldo Borsani. Meticulously restored to bring out the chairs' beauty, while preserving the desirable patina and evidence of age. Doubled steel legs, teak venee...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Pale Pink Italian Armchairs Part of Set Model “P-35” by Osvaldo Borsani
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Barcelona, ES
Osvaldo Borsani, (1911-1985)
Pair of armchairs part of set model “P-35”
Manufactured by Arredamenti Borsani, Varedo
Italy, 1951
Walnut with fabric upholstery
A pair of pale pi...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
P-31 Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A pair of P31 three-legged bent plywood chairs with ebonized metal bases. Manufactured by Tecno (both bear makers mark).
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Osvaldo Borsani Seating
Materials
Steel
$12,500 / set
Osvaldo Borsani seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Osvaldo Borsani seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Osvaldo Borsani seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Osvaldo Borsani were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Paolo Buffa, Carlo De Carli, and Ico Parisi. Prices for Osvaldo Borsani seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $384 and can go as high as $36,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,926.
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