The Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P40 Lounge Chair in black leatherette and chrome is an icon of Italian design from the 1950s. This edition has been manufactured during teh late 1960s.
Conceived as a multifunctional lounge system, the chair adapts effortlessly to multiple positions for sitting, reclining, and resting. Its innovative sliding backrest extends to form a supportive headrest, while the backrest itself tilts backward to create a relaxed rest position. The seating section extends forward to support the legs, complemented by a built-in footrest structure. Sculptural yet technical, the P40 combines comfort, movement, and timeless modern elegance for contemporary interiors and discerning collectors worldwide today and tomorrow alike. This second edition is executed with a height adjustable head rest.

Osvaldo Borsani was a pioneering Italian architect and designer whose work bridged rationalist architecture, industrial production, and experimental furniture. Born into a family of cabinetmakers, he developed an early sensitivity to craftsmanship while embracing modern technology and innovation. In 1953, he co-founded Tecno with his brother Fulgenzio, transforming the company into a leader of progressive design. Tecno became renowned for its research-driven approach, collaborating with architects and designers to create adaptable, functional systems for living and working. Borsani’s designs emphasized flexibility, ergonomics, and movement, anticipating changing lifestyles decades ahead. Under his creative direction, Tecno produced iconic pieces that balanced engineering precision with refined aesthetics. Together, Osvaldo Borsani and Tecno left a lasting legacy, shaping postwar Italian design and influencing contemporary furniture design worldwide through collaborations, exhibitions, and enduring products still admired for intelligence, clarity, and purpose today by museums, collectors, designers, and architects across generations internationally and academically celebrated globally.

Condition

The lounge chair is upholstered in original black leatherette showing patina developed through use over time. The leatherette has been cleaned. Signs of wear and aging are present. The chrome has a visible patina which can be restored/cleaned in case this is wished for. The seating and lounge system remains structurally sound and maintains its original comfort level.

We have consciously chosen to photograph all of our items in their current state to present the real original condition as completely as possible for transparency towards our clients.

In case you have any additional questions about the original condition, always feel free to reach out and ask us for additional images. We do also offer services such as restoration and re-upholstery in case this is wished for.