Osvaldo Borsani (1911–1985) was an Italian architect, designer, and influential figure in the world of mid-century modern furniture design. He is best known for his innovative and functional furniture creations, as well as his role in co-founding the design company Tecno, which played a significant role in shaping Italian design during the 20th century. He was born on December 22, 1911, in Varedo, near Milan, Italy. He came from a family with a background in furniture making, as his father and uncle were furniture manufacturers. Borsani's early exposure to the world of design and craftsmanship influenced his career path.

In the 1930s, Borsani studied architecture at the Politecnico di Milano. He collaborated with his twin brother, Fulgenzio Borsani, and together they established their design firm, Atelier Varedo, in 1936. The brothers initially focused on architecture and interior design projects. In the post-World War II period, more...

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An Osvaldo Borsani Modus desk chair for Tecno, Italian, circa…

An Osvaldo Borsani Modus desk chair for Tecno, Italian, circa 1970's, white plastic material, on polished aluminium base with vinyl seat, 77 cm high, 61 cm wide, 61 cm deep

An Osvaldo Borsani Modus desk chair for Tecno, Italian, circa…

An Osvaldo Borsani Modus desk chair for Tecno, Italian, circa 1970's, black moulded plastic, polished aluminium base on castors, 76 cm high, 48 cm wide, 50 cm deep

A set of six Osvaldo Borsani Modus chairs for Tecno, Italian,…

A set of six Osvaldo Borsani Modus chairs for Tecno, Italian, circa 1970's, yellow plastic seats on polished aluminium bases, 83 cm high, 48 cm wide, 52 cm deep

An Osvaldo Borsani & Eugenio Gerli T69 table for Tecno, Italian,…

An Osvaldo Borsani & Eugenio Gerli T69 table for Tecno, Italian, circa 1970's, white lacquered timber top with slender polished metal veneer to curved base, 65 cm high, 130 cm diameter

Osvaldo Borsani & Eugenio Gerli T333 executive desk and filing…

Tecno T333 Executive Desk and Filing Cabinet by Borsani and Gerli

Osvaldo Borsani & Eugenio Gerli T333 executive desk and filing cabinet for Tecno, green lacquered solid walnut desk top with black coated and polished steel leg frames. Two slide out drawers to desk. Green lacquered timber cabinet with four varying…

Osvaldo Borsani side table for Tecno; Azul Bahia Brazilian…

Borsani Granite Side Table for Tecno

Osvaldo Borsani side table for Tecno; Azul Bahia Brazilian granite top on an iron base. Italy; c 1980s; 39.5 cm high, 74 cm deep

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985), P40 lounge chair,…

Orange P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985), P40 lounge chair, designed 1955, manufactured by Tecno, orange wool upholstery, enamelled steel and rubber, retains manufacturer''sabel, height 92 cm width 110 cm 71 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Osvaldo Borsani wall console, demi lune marble top with gilded…

Borsani Demi Lune Wall Console with Marble Top

Osvaldo Borsani wall console, demi lune marble top with gilded timber. Italy, c 1940s, 63 cm high, 100 cm wide, 50 cm deep.

Osvaldo Borsani Mollino D70 canape lounge for Tecno, two…

Borsani Mollino D70 Lounge with Pivoting Wings

Osvaldo Borsani Mollino D70 canape lounge for Tecno, two pivoting wings, black painted metal frame, polyurethane foam filling, in stunning green leather upholstery., the opening mechanism consists of a lever with a securing pin that engages with holes in…

A mid-century modern P110 'Canada' lounge chair by Osvaldo…

Borsani's Mid-Century 'Canada' Lounge Chair

A mid-century modern P110 'Canada' lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, an iconic design by one of the most important Italian designers, the so-called 'Canada' lounge chair was designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1965 and produced by Tecno, height 90 cm,…

A mid-century upholstered Osvaldo Borsani style arm chair,…

Mid-Century Borsani-Style Arm Chair, 1970

A mid-century upholstered Osvaldo Borsani style arm chair, circa 1970

Osvaldo Borsani 'P40' armchair for Tecno, armchair can be…

Adjustable 'P40' Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno

Osvaldo Borsani 'P40' armchair for Tecno, armchair can be adjusted into countless different positions. The seat, back and footrest can all be adjusted separately from each other. Upholstered in pop orange wool fabric with rubber armrests and brass detail.…

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985) P40 lounge chair, designed…

Tecno P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985) P40 lounge chair, designed 1955 manufactured by Tecno, orange and pink wool upholstery, enamelled steel and rubber, applied manufacturer's logo to frame

Osvaldo Borsani table for Techo, Italian marble, steel, Italy,…

Borsani Marble and Steel Table, 1960s Italy

Osvaldo Borsani table for Techo, Italian marble, steel, Italy, c 1960s, 73 cm high, 130d, (If purchased, this table needs to be collected by a minimum of two professional carriers. Leonard Joel staff are not insured to lift items such as these)

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985), P40 lounge chair,…

Osvaldo Borsani P40 Lounge Chair by Tecno

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985), P40 lounge chair, designed 1955, manufactured by Tecno, black leather upholstery, enamelled steel and rubber frame, applied manufacturer's logo to frame, height 92 cm width 70 cm depth 122 cm. Provenance: Holdsworth…

Osvaldo Borsani pair of 'P128' chairs for Tecno black leather,…

Pair of Osvaldo Borsani P128 Chairs for Tecno

Osvaldo Borsani pair of 'P128' chairs for Tecno black leather, polished aluminium, Italy c1960s, 90 cm high, 65 cm wide, 62 cm deep

A red wool 'D70' sofa daybed by Tecno, designed by Osvaldo…

Red Wool Sofa Daybed by Tecno and Osvaldo Borsani

A red wool 'D70' sofa daybed by Tecno, designed by Osvaldo Borsani, upholstered in original red wool fabric

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985). Pair of blue office…

Blue Office Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno

Osvaldo Borsani (Italian, 1911-1985). Pair of blue office chairs, designed 1970 manufactured by Tecno, marked 'Tecno', on swivel bases, (2)