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Tecno Seating

Italian

From his early start at his father’s boutique furniture and cabinetry atelier — Arredamenti Borsani (ABV) — Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani began to steadily dream to life the movement-inducing pieces that would eventually lead to him founding his innovative furniture company, Tecno, with his twin brother, Fulgenzio. 

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. He first worked for the family furniture-making firm, ABV, an atelier influenced by the more expressive and curvaceous wing of Art Deco design. Borsani took over Arredamenti Borsani in 1937.

With his stylish and technically innovative furniture, 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.

While he is today recognized as a master of mid-century modernist Italian furniture, Borsani is most famous these days for cofounding Tecno. (He and Fulgenzio also created Villa Borsani, a visionary mid-century estate cherished for its modern lines and exquisite custom furnishings.) 

When Borsani opened Tecno, an office-focused maker of industrial design, his design sensibilities had evolved toward furnishings with strong, simple forms enhanced by mechanical innovations, as with the P40 adjustable armchair.

When they were originally released, Tecno pieces like the P40 and the award-winning D70 sofa bed were acclaimed as cutting-edge, and they are still considered groundbreaking in their adaptability and functionality. The firm quickly garnered widespread acclaim for its tech-forward designs and quality craftsmanship.

Borsani would be Tecno’s lead designer for 30 years, while partnering on projects with the likes of architect Eugenio Gerli and fostering work by Vico Magistretti, Carlo De Carli, Robin Day and others.

Borsani designed pieces for Tecno until shortly before his death in 1985, when his daughter Valeria and her husband, Marco Fantoni, took over the creative work. 

Today, the family’s legacy is preserved by Borsani’s architect grandson Tommaso Fantoni, who, along with Norman Foster, curated a blockbuster retrospective of Osvaldo Borsani’s work at Milan’s Triennale Design Museum in 2018.

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Creator: Tecno
Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Stackable 'S83' Dining Chairs
Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Stackable 'S83' Dining Chairs

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Stackable 'S83' Dining Chairs

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, dining chairs, model 'S83, moulded plywood, lacquered wood, aluminum, Italy, design and production 1962 Dining chairs model S83, designed by Eugenio Gerli ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Aluminum

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

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 Tecno Seating

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Leather, Cherry, Mahogany

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Red Upholstery
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Red Upholstery

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Red Upholstery

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofa or daybed, model D70, steel, brass, fabric, Italy, 1954. Osvaldo Borsanis sofa 'D70' was presented at the Triennale of Milan in 1954 where it won the Gold Medal for design. Not only the design is extraordinary, because so is the technology. With a single twist the back and seating are positioned upwards or down, all to create the highest comfort for the sofa or daybed. This eccentric sofa...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Brass, Steel

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chair in Paisley Fabric and Wood
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chair in Paisley Fabric and Wood

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chair in Paisley Fabric and Wood

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani, Valeria Borsani, and Marco Fantoni for Tecno, 'Canada' lounge chair, model 'T110', fabric, lacquered plywood, Italy, 1966 The Canada series was developed from some ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Fabric, Plywood

Marco Fantoni Green Fabric and Enameled Steel Italian Bench for Tecno, 1982
Marco Fantoni Green Fabric and Enameled Steel Italian Bench for Tecno, 1982

Marco Fantoni Green Fabric and Enameled Steel Italian Bench for Tecno, 1982

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing modern green fabric and enameled steel bench. This marvelous piece was produced by Tecno in Italy in 1982 and designed by Marco Fantoni. This bench is unique as it is a one ...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Iron

Important Pair of Osvaldo Borsani P71 Armchairs in Walnut, Tecno, Italy, 1954
Important Pair of Osvaldo Borsani P71 Armchairs in Walnut, Tecno, Italy, 1954

Important Pair of Osvaldo Borsani P71 Armchairs in Walnut, Tecno, Italy, 1954

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in The Hague, NL

This important pair of armchairs was designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno in Como, Italy in 1954. The very rare P71 was one of the first designs produced by Tecno after ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Fabric, Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Green "Modus" Office Chair, Italy 1970s
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Green "Modus" Office Chair, Italy 1970s

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Green "Modus" Office Chair, Italy 1970s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Naples, IT

Designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in the 1970s, this swivel office chair consists of a green plastic shell covered in green fabric on the seat and back, together with an aluminiu...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Aluminum, Steel

"Todo Modo" by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno Italy Reversible Chair
"Todo Modo" by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno Italy Reversible Chair

"Todo Modo" by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno Italy Reversible Chair

By Jean-Michel Wilmotte, Tecno

Located in Hanover, MA

Original vintage (not a re-edition) Todo Modo single slipper chair with completely reversible rotating cylindrical back. Designed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte and...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Tecno Seating

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Steel

Osvaldo Borsani Modus Desk Chair, Red Plastic & Aluminum, Italy 1970
Osvaldo Borsani Modus Desk Chair, Red Plastic & Aluminum, Italy 1970

Osvaldo Borsani Modus Desk Chair, Red Plastic & Aluminum, Italy 1970

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Red Osvaldo Borsani Revolving Office Chair Produced by Tecno in Italy circa 1970 Plastic seat on aluminum frame with caster wheels. Perfect for a small desk.  

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Aluminum

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofa, model, 'D70', steel, brass, leather, Italy, 1954 A sofa that transforms into a daybed designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954. Extraordinary elegance in...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Brass, Steel

"P128" Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1970 Italian Design Black Leather Office Chair
"P128" Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1970 Italian Design Black Leather Office Chair

"P128" Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1970 Italian Design Black Leather Office Chair

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Brescia, IT

"P128" Osvalo Borsani desk swivel chair Tecno, 1970 Black leather and cast aluminum Excellent condition. Leather and Upholstery in excellent condiction.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

Vintage P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, First Series
Vintage P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, First Series

Vintage P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, First Series

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

Borsani P40 Lounge Chair - Italian Collectible Furniture - Mid Century Armchair - Collectible Italian Mid Century Designed in 1956 by Italian architect Osvaldo Borsani, the P40 loun...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Stainless Steel

Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno Italy Reupholstered Mid Century
Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno Italy Reupholstered Mid Century

Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno Italy Reupholstered Mid Century

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Munster, NRW

Osvaldo Borsani - D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno, Italy The fully reversible cult sofa with movable wings.. This sofa / Daybed is a unique object distinguished by the special mecha...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Fabric

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Dining Chair in Teak
Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Dining Chair in Teak

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Dining Chair in Teak

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, dining chair, model 'S83, moulded teak plywood, lacquered wood, aluminum, Italy, design and production 1962 Dining chairs model S83, designed by Eugenio Ge...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Aluminum

Modus Office by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1960s Desk Chair
Modus Office by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1960s Desk Chair

Modus Office by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1960s Desk Chair

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Brescia, IT

1968 by Tecno revolving chair White ivory plastic, acrylic seat and aluminum frame H max seat: 52 cm.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Aluminum

Set of 6 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy
Set of 6 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy

Set of 6 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Milano, IT

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, dining chair, model S83, moulded teak plywood, Italy, design and production 1962 A delicate chair model S83 designed and produced by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

Eugenio Gerli P28 Pair Armchairs Wood Leather for Tecno, Italy 1958
Eugenio Gerli P28 Pair Armchairs Wood Leather for Tecno, Italy 1958

Eugenio Gerli P28 Pair Armchairs Wood Leather for Tecno, Italy 1958

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Vienna, AT

Eugenio Gerli P28 Armchair for Tecno, Wenge wood, Italy 1958 Rare pair of armchairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno "P28". These lounge chairs were originally designed for RIMA, but in 19...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Leather, Wenge

Osvaldi Borsano P110 'Canada' lounge chair Tecno Italy 1965
Osvaldi Borsano P110 'Canada' lounge chair Tecno Italy 1965

Osvaldi Borsano P110 'Canada' lounge chair Tecno Italy 1965

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

This iconic P110 “Canada” lounge chair was designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno, Italy, circa 1965. A celebrated example of Italian modern design, the chair reflects Bor...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Leather, Plastic, Wood

Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s

Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in High Point, NC

A rare curved black-coated metal and grey velvet sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno, Italy, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 13.5" Arm Height (inches): 18" All ite...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

Vintage P40 Adjustable Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956
Vintage P40 Adjustable Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956

Vintage P40 Adjustable Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage P40 Adjustable Armchair realized by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956. First edition of this iconic armchair, in excellent condition. Today the P40, in its first edition produc...

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1950s Italian Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani Canada chair Tecno Italy 1965
Osvaldo Borsani Canada chair Tecno Italy 1965

Osvaldo Borsani Canada chair Tecno Italy 1965

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic so called 'Canada' lounge chair model P110 designed by Osvaldo Borsani and manufactured by Tecno, Italy 1965. The Canada chair is constructed by 2 moulded plywood side panels, connected with 2 bent wooden cross bars, which holds the frame in balance and a part. The thick leather upholstered cushion structure hangs in the frame and is connected with black plastic caps. The Canada seating series was developed from some rough initial sketches by Valeria Borsani and Marco Fantoni while they were still young...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Leather, Plastic, Plywood

P40 Lounge Chair By Osvaldo Borsani For Tecno In Original Leather, Italy 1960s
P40 Lounge Chair By Osvaldo Borsani For Tecno In Original Leather, Italy 1960s

P40 Lounge Chair By Osvaldo Borsani For Tecno In Original Leather, Italy 1960s

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Stunning P40 lounge chair in original black/greenish leather by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s. Both comfortable as appealing is what this iconic design can be described as....

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1960s Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno "Modus" Office Chair, Italy 1970s
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno "Modus" Office Chair, Italy 1970s

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno "Modus" Office Chair, Italy 1970s

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Naples, IT

Rare yellow Modus office chair with armrests and adjustable height, designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced for Tecno 1970.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather and Wood
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather and Wood

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'Canada' Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather and Wood

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani, Valeria Borsani, and Marco Fantoni for Tecno, 'Canada' lounge chairs, model 'T110', leather, wood, Italy, design 1966 The Canada series originated from a set of ear...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Leather, Wood

Osvaldo Borsani P40 Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy 1950s, Reupholstered
Osvaldo Borsani P40 Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy 1950s, Reupholstered

Osvaldo Borsani P40 Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy 1950s, Reupholstered

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Osvaldo Borsani P40 lounge chair, second edition, produced by Tecno, Milan. Designed in 1954, the P40 is one of the most iconic lounge chairs of the 20th century, adjustable into mul...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tecno Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery

1970s Set of Six Chairs Design by Osvaldo Borsani Model Modus for Tecno Italy
1970s Set of Six Chairs Design by Osvaldo Borsani Model Modus for Tecno Italy

1970s Set of Six Chairs Design by Osvaldo Borsani Model Modus for Tecno Italy

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in London, GB

Set of six adjustable swivel chairs, "Modus" model, by Osvaldo Borsani, manufactured by Tecno (Italy), 1970s. Epoxy resin seat with aluminum base. The height is manually adjustable...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tecno Seating

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Aluminum

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Gray Suede Leather
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Gray Suede Leather

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Gray Suede Leather

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in North Miami, FL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Sofa, Model 'D70' in gray suede leather, Italy, 1954. A sofa that transforms into a daybed designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Brass, Steel

convertible lounge chair P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954
convertible lounge chair P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954

convertible lounge chair P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

Italian modern TECNO P40 convertible lounge chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954 beautiful 1960ies edition cognac-brown leather. Second edition of the P40 lounge chair, with...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Tecno Seating

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Steel

Vintage p40 lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani for tecno, 1960s
Vintage p40 lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani for tecno, 1960s

Vintage p40 lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani for tecno, 1960s

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

A design classic, this P40 reclining lounge chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno. Designed in 1950s, this lounge chair consists of a black metal base, a red fabr...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

Midcentury sofa mod. D70 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1954
Midcentury sofa mod. D70 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1954

Midcentury sofa mod. D70 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1954

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Iconic sofa "with wings" model D70 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. Originally born as a sofa bed, the D70 has an innovative mechanism that allows you to open the sofa until it...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

Set of Two Vintage P142 lounge chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
Set of Two Vintage P142 lounge chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno

Set of Two Vintage P142 lounge chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Milano, IT

The P142 lounge chair, designed by Italian designer Eugenio Gerli for the renowned furniture manufacturer Tecno in 1969, is a true symbol of timeless design and exquisite craftsmansh...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Steel, Iron

First Edition P32 Lounge Set by Borsani, Early Triangulated Form Wire Base, 1956
First Edition P32 Lounge Set by Borsani, Early Triangulated Form Wire Base, 1956

First Edition P32 Lounge Set by Borsani, Early Triangulated Form Wire Base, 1956

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Stunning, rare early first edition 1956 "32" series lounge set by Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani for 'Tecno', Italy. This set comprises a pair of first edition 'P32' lounge and the extremely rare and rrarely seen matching first edition three seat 'D32' sofa. This early set also still retain their original solid brass 'Tecno' manufacturer's roundels (, the P'32' lounge chairs still retain their early first edition solid brass knurled spring adjusters. See image 5. A rare opportunity to acquire a complete first edition series '32' lounge set. The first edition of this series is disinguished by its elegant triangulated wire rod base which gives the base a sculptural quality that was somewhat lost in the second ediiton where the triangulated wire base was replaced by a more utilitarian and simplified three prong steel base of a heavier guage to replace the strength lost by the removal of the triangulation. This simplification of the second edition reduced overall production costs but in my opinon lost some of the visual appeal of the first edition chairs. This set have had their upholstery completely restored with new high quality Pantera foam and new rubber support webbing by the original italian manufacturer PIRELLI. The chairs and sofa have been finished in lovely high quality ' A perfect flower' fabric by italian textile manufacturer DEDAR. 'A perfect flower' by DEDAR has a hard-wearing wool texture poised between the perfect regularity of its warp and weft weaving and the natural exuberance of ondé yarn which ripples its surface. The black enamel finish on the chair bases and sofa legs have been left in their original condition to maintain some visual original period authenticity to this rare early set, these could easily be repainted should the buyer wish to do so. We have also left the brass hardware in its original patina for the same reason but these could also be polished. The 'P32' lounge chairs was presented in 'Tecno' manufacturer catalogs as a "swivel armchair with automatic repositioning mechanism, metal frame , adjustable back and spring, foam rubber padding and interchangeable covers available in a broad range of colors" This ingenious automatic repositioning mechanism means that you when sat in the seat you can swivel the chair through any angle between 0- 360 degrees for ease of conversation etc however when you stand up the seat will automatically return to its original position in order to "maintain order in the room". Dimensions: Lounge chairs:- 84 cm wide x 75 cm deep x 80 cm high, seating height 40 cm 33.1" wide x 29.5" deep x 31.5" high, seating height 15.7" Sofa:- 190 cm wide x 75 cm deep x 80 cm high, seating height 40 cm 74.8" wide x 29.5" deep x 31.5" high, seating height 15.7" LITERATURE: The 'P32' lounge chairs are published in :- 'Osvaldo Borsani', Gramigna and Irace, pg. 278-279 Domus, issue number 342, May 1958, , page 15 The 'D32' sofa is published in:- RIVISTA DELL ARREDAMENTO ,issue number 56, 1959 (original full page Tecno advert ) RIVISTA DELL ARREDAMENTO, issue number 115,1964 page 27...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Brass, Metal

Yellow sofa/bed 'D70' Osvaldo Borsani Tecno, Mid-Century 1970s
Yellow sofa/bed 'D70' Osvaldo Borsani Tecno, Mid-Century 1970s

Yellow sofa/bed 'D70' Osvaldo Borsani Tecno, Mid-Century 1970s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

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 Tecno Seating

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Metal

20th Century, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Armchair mod. P40
20th Century, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Armchair mod. P40

20th Century, Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Armchair mod. P40

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Turin, Turin

Osvaldo Borsani in 1953, together with his brother Fulgenzio, realized his most complex project: a company idea named after the "techne" of the Greeks, which means both art and techn...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

1991 Chip Chair by Carlo Mo for Tecno in Ebonized Oak and Enameled Steel
1991 Chip Chair by Carlo Mo for Tecno in Ebonized Oak and Enameled Steel

1991 Chip Chair by Carlo Mo for Tecno in Ebonized Oak and Enameled Steel

By Tecno, Carlo Mo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Chip Chair, designed by Carlo Mo for Tecno in 1965. This particular example hails from 1991, when Tecno relaunched the design in a very limited quantity. This avant-garde l...

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1990s Italian Modern Tecno Seating

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Steel

Tecno lounge chair with piano lacquer frame, 1970
Tecno lounge chair with piano lacquer frame, 1970

Tecno lounge chair with piano lacquer frame, 1970

By Tecno

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

Absolutely exceptional lounge chair from the Italian manufacturer Tecno, which was made for the presidential suite of an exclusive hotel. The chair comes in a firm brown fabric cover...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Fabric

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Pair of Chairs Mod. "S83," Italy 1960s
Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Pair of Chairs Mod. "S83," Italy 1960s

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Pair of Chairs Mod. "S83," Italy 1960s

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Naples, IT

Elegant set of 2 chairs model S83 designed by Eugenio Gerli and produced by Tecno, Italy 1962. Made of black painted wood, these chairs have a sturdy metal frame for strength, along ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Model D70 Italian for Tecno Years 1960
Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Model D70 Italian for Tecno Years 1960

Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Model D70 Italian for Tecno Years 1960

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Sofa folding model D70 of the famous designer Osvaldo Borsani published by Tecno in the 60s. Black lacquered metal structure and solid brass adjustment elements. Seat covered with bl...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Brass

1965 osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P 110 Canada Armchair Wood Leather Brown
1965 osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P 110 Canada Armchair Wood Leather Brown

1965 osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P 110 Canada Armchair Wood Leather Brown

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

P110 "CANADA" Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1965 Armchair in rosewood with padding upholstered in hazelnut leather. Dimensions: 81 x 90 x 83 cm (H)

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Wood

P08 folding chair by Justus Kolberg for Tecno, 1991 , Italy
P08 folding chair by Justus Kolberg for Tecno, 1991 , Italy

P08 folding chair by Justus Kolberg for Tecno, 1991 , Italy

By Tecno

Located in Milano, IT

The P08 Folding Chair by Justus Kolberg for Tecno, 1990s is a folding chair designed by Justus Kolberg for Tecno in the early 1990s as an essential and versatile solution for confere...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Tecno Seating

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950's
Mid-Century P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950's

Mid-Century P40 Reclining Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950's

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

An early edition "P40" Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy. This iconic model is designed in 1955 and was considered the flagship of the Tecno Company, The use of adva...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

P40 reclining armchair Osvaldo Borsani Tecno 1957 second edition purple
P40 reclining armchair Osvaldo Borsani Tecno 1957 second edition purple

P40 reclining armchair Osvaldo Borsani Tecno 1957 second edition purple

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Armchair model P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in 1955, second edition. The P40 is considered one of the icons of postwar Italian design and is a modern reinterpretation of...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Norwalk, CT

An iconic example of Italian mid-century design, continually reproduced for its highly renowned marriage of style and functionality, this fully adjustable reclining sofa...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tecno Seating

Materials

Leather

Osvaldo Borsani tree chairs mod. Modus for Tecno 1970s.
Osvaldo Borsani tree chairs mod. Modus for Tecno 1970s.

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 Tecno Seating

Materials

Aluminum

“Canada" Leather Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s
“Canada" Leather Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s

“Canada" Leather Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy 1960s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Utrecht, NL

This “Canada” or model P110 chair was designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1965 and manufactured by the Borsani brothers’ company, Tecno. The chair is enriched wi...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 6 S88 Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956, Italy
Set of 6 S88 Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956, Italy

Set of 6 S88 Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1956, Italy

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno Italy, chairs, 1950s, collector's item These 6 folding chairs are a once-in-a-lifetime set. The chairs, model S88, were designed in 1956 by the renowned Osval...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Steel

PS142 Easy Chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, 1970s - set of 5
PS142 Easy Chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, 1970s - set of 5

PS142 Easy Chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, 1970s - set of 5

By Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of alcantara PS142 easy chairs designed by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno. Earlier editions with chrome wheels. Good condition 1970s - Italy Dimensions Height: 70cm Width: 70cm Dep...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Suede

Set of Eight Leather Office Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
Set of Eight Leather Office Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno

Set of Eight Leather Office Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Barcelona, ES

Set of eight office chair designed in 1966-1976 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy. Cast aluminum with chrome-plated bases and original black leather upholstery. Swivel base with ad...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Set of Four PS142 Armchairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy
Set of Four PS142 Armchairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy

Set of Four PS142 Armchairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy

By Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

Located in Barcelona, ES

Set of four PS142 armchairs designed in 1966 by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy. Metal frame upholstered with original checker fabric.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal

Art Design Chair - Stand Alone chair - Artistic Chair by Milanese Studio
Art Design Chair - Stand Alone chair - Artistic Chair by Milanese Studio

Art Design Chair - Stand Alone chair - Artistic Chair by Milanese Studio

By Spinzi, Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

Art Chair - Mid Century Office Chair - Osvaldo Borsani Seating customized by Spinzi Milano - One off piece - Art Design- Hand made - Osvaldo Borsani was an influential designer of ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tecno Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italian Blue Sofa 1970s
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italian Blue Sofa 1970s

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italian Blue Sofa 1970s

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani (attributed) and produced by Tecno with original fabric and metal frame with manufacturer’s mark, production Italy ca 1970s. Please note tha...

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1870s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal

Vintage 20thC Osvaldo Borsani For Tecno Spa Lounge Chair & Footstall c.1950
Vintage 20thC Osvaldo Borsani For Tecno Spa Lounge Chair & Footstall c.1950

Vintage 20thC Osvaldo Borsani For Tecno Spa Lounge Chair & Footstall c.1950

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb vintage mid 20th Century Osvaldo Borsani lounge chair and footstool model no P40, produced in Italy by Techno in 1955. This lounge chair was created by Borsani to be the per...

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20th Century Italian Other Tecno Seating

Materials

Sheepskin

Armchair model "PS142" by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy, 1960s
Armchair model "PS142" by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy, 1960s

Armchair model "PS142" by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy, 1960s

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Milan, IT

Armchair model "PS142" by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno. Fully blue velvet upholstered frame on wheels. A second piece with different green emerald fabric available

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1960s Italian Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Velvet

Set of 4 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy
Set of 4 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy

Set of 4 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Milano, IT

4 Tecno Chairs by Eugenio Gerli - Mid Century Italian Chairs - Collectibles Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, dining chair, model S83, moulded teak plywood, Italy, design and production 196...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal

Italian Modern Osvaldo Borsani Arm Chair Model P24 by Tecno, Italy, 1961
Italian Modern Osvaldo Borsani Arm Chair Model P24 by Tecno, Italy, 1961

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 Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal

Tecno seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Tecno 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 Tecno seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Tecno 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 Le Corbusier, Carlo De Carli, and Gavina. Prices for Tecno seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $384 and can go as high as $34,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,008.