Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Eugenio Gerli (b. 1923) is an Italian architect and industrial designer known for his long-lasting collaboration with the Italian architect-designer Osvaldo Borsani and the Italian manufacturer Tecno. In 1949, Gerli graduated with a degree in engineering and began his career a year later, opening his own architectural and industrial design practice. Architecturally, the firm focused on residential and public buildings, as well as the renovation of historic Italian buildings. Notable architectural projects include the Cardiology Clinic in Laveno-Mombello (1950), the Ambasciatori Theater in Milan (1954), the renovation and restoration of the Castiglioni Palace (1903). Gerli was joined by his two sons, Enrico and Guido, in the 1970s. In 1957, Gerli began a long and fruitful collaboration with the Borsani brothers, Fulgenzio and Osvaldo Borsani (1911–85), founders of the Italian furniture manufacturing company Tecno. In 1968, Gerli and Osvaldo Borsani exhibited their revolutionary Graphis Office System (1967) at the 14th Triennale di Milano. The system, which was made up of just three basic elements, was heralded as a revolution in office furniture design because the system’s modular components allowed unlimited and customizable combinations, which could grow (or contract) with the company. The system remained a bestseller for decades, and Tecno became synonymous for technologically-advanced design. The partnership between Gerli and Tecno lasted for more than 35 years. During the 1970s, Tecno launched its Centro Progetti Tecno (CPT), an in-house team dedicated to communications and industrial design work. The team, which included Gerli, Valeria Borsani, Kugo Toru, Borsani and his son Marco, became a driving force of technologically advanced ideas in design. Although Borsani remained in charge, the purpose of the department was to present future designs as group creations. The CPT was responsible for a number of the company’s successes, including the molded plastic Modus Office Chair (1972), which won the SMAU Prize in 1973; the steel mesh Waiting System (1983), a modular seating and table concept for large public spaces; and the rebranding of Alitalia worldwide (1982–84), for which Centro Progetti Tecno was awarded the Compasso d’Oro in 1984. Although Gerli's career as an architect-designer was prolific, his work is often overshadowed by his contemporaries and the legacy of his long-term partner, Osvaldo Borsani.
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Creator: Tecno
Modus Swivel Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1970s, Set of 2
By Tecno
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Modus Swivel Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1970s, Set of 2.
Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden packaging is needed (fumigated crates or ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Red Office Chair Modus by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1970
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Red Office Chair Modus 5 with Armrests by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy 1970s.
Elevate your office space with the timeless red Italian of...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Dronten, NL
Set of 8 swiveling, height adjustable Modus chairs designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Milan.
Thee chairs were used for many years in the conference room of the headquarters of Ch...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Modus Office Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Osvaldo Borsani Tecno Modus Desk Chair
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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1980s Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Swivel Wheeled Office Chairs
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in IT
Six 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. The base is 5-star metal. Chairs are all original and in good condition. There are some scratches on the plastic due to use but they are in good working order. Designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno in the seventies. Shown with the original fabric.
in the pictures gallery you can see other sets of chairs we have available.
a) three white armchairs
b) five dark blue chairs...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
"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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Italian Barrel-Back Desk or Cocktail Chair by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A fully upholstered split barrel-back desk or cocktail chair, model 142, in original vinyl upholstery, on casters.
Designed by Eugenio Gerli and Manufactured by Tecno in the 1970s. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
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 Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Osvaldo Borsani Mid-Century Modern Brass "P40" Signed Italian Chaise-Longue
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Madrid, ES
Signed chaise-lounge model "P40" designed by Osvaldo Borsani and edited by Tecno. Structure reclining in its entirety with hidden footrest. Made of metal...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass
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 Tecno Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
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Tecno office chairs and desk chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Tecno office chairs and desk chairs 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 office chairs and desk chairs, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original office chairs and desk chairs by Tecno were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider office chairs and desk chairs by Osvaldo Borsani, Giancarlo Piretti, and Anonima Castelli. Prices for Tecno office chairs and desk chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $487 and can go as high as $14,993, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $975.