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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
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 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

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofas
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofas

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofas

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofas, model, 'D70', steel, brass, fabric, 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

Osvaldo Borsani P40 First Edition Reclining Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1950s
Osvaldo Borsani P40 First Edition Reclining Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1950s

Osvaldo Borsani P40 First Edition Reclining Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1950s

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Osvaldo Borsani P40 First Edition Reclining Lounge Chair for Tecno, Italy, 1950s An early edition of the iconic P40 reclining lounge chair, designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1955 for t...

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

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Metal, Brass

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 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

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 Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

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

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

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P40 Chaise Lounge, Cognac Leather, Mid-Century Italy
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P40 Chaise Lounge, Cognac Leather, Mid-Century Italy

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P40 Chaise Lounge, Cognac Leather, Mid-Century Italy

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Brooklyn, NY

P40 lounge chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in 1955. The P40 uses a system of articulated components to move between an upright seat and a fully extended chaise. The backr...

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

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Steel

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Midcentury Fabric Wood Armchairs "Canada" Model, Italy
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Midcentury Fabric Wood Armchairs "Canada" Model, Italy

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Midcentury Fabric Wood Armchairs "Canada" Model, Italy

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Italian midcentury modern design set of two armchairs “Canada” model designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno from 1965, bearing frame of curved wood to which seat and backr...

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Fabric, Wood

"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

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

Modus Office Chair by Osvaldo Borsani, Aluminum & Wool, 1970s Italy
Modus Office Chair by Osvaldo Borsani, Aluminum & Wool, 1970s Italy

Modus Office Chair by Osvaldo Borsani, Aluminum & Wool, 1970s Italy

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

Off white plastic office swivel chair with orange/red wool fabric resting on an aluminium base with the original castors which functions well. Designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno i...

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20th Century Italian Modern Tecno Seating

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Aluminum

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 Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

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

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Pair of Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Chenille
Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Pair of Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Chenille

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno Pair of Lounge Chairs in Mahogany and Chenille

By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, pair of 'Sir' easy chairs, model 'P73', mahogany, reupholstered in 'Marabou' chenille by Dedar Milano, Italy, design/production 1966 Eugenio Gerli's design,...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

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 P40 Lounge Chair for Tecno in Fabric, Italy 1950s
Osvaldo Borsani P40 Lounge Chair for Tecno in Fabric, Italy 1950s

Osvaldo Borsani P40 Lounge Chair for Tecno in Fabric, Italy 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Echt, NL

Original P40 lounge chair in very good condition. Designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954–55 Manufactured by Tecno Spa (labeled) Upholstery: Grey Kvadrat Tonus Structure: Painted met...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Brass

Tecno D120 three-seater sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966
Tecno D120 three-seater sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966

Tecno D120 three-seater sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966

By Tecno, Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti

Located in Premariacco, IT

A stunning and rare Tecno D120 sofa, designed by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti for Tecno, conceived in 1966 and produced in the late 1960s and 1970s. A notable example of Ital...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Steel

“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

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Leather, Wood

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

Tecno Lounge Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970
Tecno Lounge Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970

Tecno Lounge Chair, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 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

Tecno D120 three-seater sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966
Tecno D120 three-seater sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966

Tecno D120 three-seater sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966

By Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti, Tecno

Located in Premariacco, IT

A stunning and rare Tecno D120 sofa, designed by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti for Tecno, conceived in 1966 and produced in the late 1960s and 1970s. A notable example of Ital...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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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

20th Century Carlo Mo Pair of Seating Mod. Chip in Wood for Tecno, 90s
20th Century Carlo Mo Pair of Seating Mod. Chip in Wood for Tecno, 90s

20th Century Carlo Mo Pair of Seating Mod. Chip in Wood for Tecno, 90s

By Carlo Mo, Tecno

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Famous sculptor, Carlo Mo was born in Piovene Rocchette in 1923. He then studies in Genova, and then in Pavia at the Univeristy. After the Second World War he travelled to Africa. In...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tecno Seating

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Metal

Sofa D70 in Cuoio Leather by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
Sofa D70 in Cuoio Leather by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno

Sofa D70 in Cuoio Leather by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Dronten, NL

An iconic design by Osvaldo Borsani, the D70 sofa for Tecno stands as a landmark of Italian mid-century innovation, distinguished by its patented adjustable backrest mechanism and re...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Brass, Steel

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 Torino, Piemonte

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

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 Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

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

"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

Materials

Metal

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno PK71 Mid Century Italian Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno PK71 Mid Century Italian Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno PK71 Mid Century Italian Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno PK71 Mid Century Italian Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 25.5 wide x 31 deep x 33.25 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair c...

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

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Upholstery, Walnut

20th Century Set of 6 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy
20th Century Set of 6 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy

20th Century Set of 6 chairs S83 Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, made in Milan, Italy

By Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

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

Osvaldo Borsani "D70" Sofa, Tecno, Italy 1951
Osvaldo Borsani "D70" Sofa, Tecno, Italy 1951

Osvaldo Borsani "D70" Sofa, Tecno, Italy 1951

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Sofa “Model D70” by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno – newly upholstered with original yellow vintage fabric from Tecno. Designed in 1951 in Italy.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Brass, Steel

Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s
Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s

Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s

By Tecno, Gae Aulenti

Located in Antwerp, BE

'Tlinkit' armchairs, Gae Aulenti's iconic design manufactured by Tecno. Made in the 1990s in Varedo, Italy, these armchairs have a sophisticated aesthetic with a sleek, black rattan structure elegantly covered in Indian wicker...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Tecno Seating

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Cane, Rattan

Set of 6 Tecno P08 Folding Chairs by Justus Kolberg, Steel and Black, Italy
Set of 6 Tecno P08 Folding Chairs by Justus Kolberg, Steel and Black, Italy

Set of 6 Tecno P08 Folding Chairs by Justus Kolberg, Steel and Black, Italy

By Tecno, Kolberg Justus

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

A set of six P08 folding chairs, designed by Justus Kolberg in 1991 for the Italian manufacturer Tecno in Milan. The frame is made of flat, brushed stainless steel bars that fold in ...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Tecno Seating

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Stainless Steel

First Edition P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s, Italy
First Edition P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s, Italy

First Edition P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1960s, Italy

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Renens, CH

Osvaldo Borsani, an Italian architect and furniture designer, aimed to create a lounger that would go beyond the bulky, static nature of the “comfortable chair”. The result was the P40 lounge chair, which could be adjusted in many different positions depending on the user’s preferences. With the P40 lounge chair, Borsani created one of the most recognized pieces of the Italian post-war design movement. Available we have a first edition P40...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal

20th Century P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, First Series
20th Century P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, First Series

20th Century 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 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

Tecno D120 Five-Seater Sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966
Tecno D120 Five-Seater Sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966

Tecno D120 Five-Seater Sofa by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, 1966

By Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti, Tecno

Located in Premariacco, IT

A stunning and rare Tecno D120 sofa, designed by Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti for Tecno, conceived in 1966 and produced in the late 1960s and 1970s. A notable example of Ital...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Steel

Osvaldo Borsani D70 daybed sofa Tecno Italy 1954
Osvaldo Borsani D70 daybed sofa Tecno Italy 1954

Osvaldo Borsani D70 daybed sofa Tecno Italy 1954

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Beautiful D70 daybed/sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani D70 and manufactured by Tecno in Italy in 1954. This comfortable daybed/sofa is truly unique....

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Brass

Grand Louvre Side Chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno, Set of 8
Grand Louvre Side Chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno, Set of 8

Grand Louvre Side Chair by Jean-Michel Wilmotte for Tecno, Set of 8

By Tecno, Jean-Michel Wilmotte

Located in Brescia, IT

Wood with chrome-plated brass and black leather. Great architectural form with interesting details. This prototype chair is part of a commission created as public seating...

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1990s Italian Modern Tecno Seating

Materials

Wood

Sofa and armchair by Osvaldo Borsani
Sofa and armchair by Osvaldo Borsani

Sofa and armchair by Osvaldo Borsani

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Berlin, DE

This beautiful set was designed by the Italian designer and architect Osvaldo Borsani. The armchair model ‘P71’ and the two-seater sofa model ‘D71’ captivate with their organic shape...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Walnut

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

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

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa-Bed Sofabed Recliner Osvaldo Borsani has been one of the most relevant designers of the Italian Twentieth century. He began his career in the late 1930s pe...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

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Metal, Steel

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

Materials

Metal

1980s Osvaldo Borsani Swivel Wheeled White Office Chairs
1980s Osvaldo Borsani Swivel Wheeled White Office Chairs

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 Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal

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

Osvaldo Borsani 'Modus' chairs for Tecno, 1970s - set of 2
Osvaldo Borsani 'Modus' chairs for Tecno, 1970s - set of 2

Osvaldo Borsani 'Modus' chairs for Tecno, 1970s - set of 2

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Modus plastic and fabric desk chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Italy. Timeless design from the seventies. Overall good condition with normal age related wear. 1970s - I...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Plastic

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

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

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Midcentury D-70 Sofa / Bed by Osvaldo Borsani & Tecno, New Upholstery
Italian Midcentury D-70 Sofa / Bed by Osvaldo Borsani & Tecno, New Upholstery

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 Tecno Seating

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Brass, Steel

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

Materials

Brass, Metal

1980s Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Swivel Wheeled Office Chairs
1980s Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Swivel Wheeled Office Chairs

1980s Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Swivel Wheeled Office Chairs

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in IT

Five office swivel wheeled chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, made in Italy in 1980s. Stamped on the bottom and marked Tecno on the side, made of red, white and wine color plastic....

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Tecno Seating

Materials

Metal

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 Eugenio Gerli, Tecno

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

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

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.