Italian Model P40 Lounge Chair by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

The versatile and comfortable P40 lounge chair was designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1955. The P40 is and iconic example of 1950s Italian design.
This chair is the rare first edition chair with the round tubular base as originally designed by Borsani. This model was produced by Tecno between 1955 and 1959.
The chair can be adjusted into numerous positions. The back and seat can be moved to create different angles and the flexible rubber arms can be folded away. A foldaway element under the seat can pivot outwards to provide extended leg support and incorporates a pull-out metal footrest.
The brass details and handles complete the design. The chair is marked with a red Tecno logo on both sides.

The chair has been recently reupholstered in a yellow wool fabric by De Ploeg. The fabric has a subtle ribbed texture which creates a refined plisse pattern. The rubber arms and brass details are fully original and in overall good condition.

Literature: Repertorio 1950-1980, Gramigna, p. 88; Osvaldo Borsani, Gramigna and Irace, p. 258-261; Tecno: A Discreetly Technical Elegance, G. Bosoni, P 56-61.

Creator	Osvaldo Borsani
Manufacturer	Tecno
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Italian Modern, Mid-Century
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Reupholstered, Newly upholstered in a yellow wool fabric by De Ploeg
Product Code	FMT-624463
Materials	Wool, Fabric, Steel, Brass, Upholstery
Color	Yellow
Width	70 cm 27.6 inch
Depth	80 cm 31.5 inch
Height	86 cm 33.9 inch
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

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