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Osvaldo Borsani
L77 for Tecno
Very Rare Relaxer in Original Black Leather
Circa 1950’s, Tecno, Italy.
Borsani's L-77 chaise lounge is an accomplishment of engineering.
Known as the ultimate ‘relaxer’, this sculptural piece of furniture
commands attention as the centerpiece of a room.
The frame is constructed of Enameled metal, rubber with brass.
We have the 3 original black leather cushions, in good original condition, no
rips or tears.
We also have all the black side panels that cover the side of the frame.
Two levers allow easy adjustment of the seat and backrest,
while rotating collars adjust the angle and height of the legs.
Numerous positions are possible from a flat daybed form to pitched lounge.
Tecno logo on one side.
Please note; this lounge is much rarer than the D70 and P40 designs
that Borsani did for Tecno. It has not been reproduced as these models are
today.
Dimensions: 36 " wide x 80”
long when reclined x 15" high
when reclined as shown in photos below.
Because this item is so adjustable, the height will change depending on the
position.
This is shown in what is likely the lowest position.
Reference: Il Design
Italiano Degli Anni '50, Branzi, pg. 68.
Condition: In very good original condition.
The rubber straps that support the cushions do show their age and need
adjustment.
Item # FADDB13: Price: $ 15,
600.
Osvaldo Borsani Bio:
Osvaldo Borsani (1911-85), Italian
architect and designer, born Varedo, Switzerland and active Milan. For Osvaldo
Borsani, design was in the blood. His father, Gaetano Borsani, was a noted
furniture craftsman who won the silver medal at the Monza Triennale of 1927,
and his twin brother Fulgencio would be his collaborator and business partner.
In 1937, Osvaldo entered the Politecnico di Milano to study architecture.
After completing his degree, he joined the family business, Atelier Varedo
(later Arredamento Borsani) as a furniture designer.
Throughout the
1940s and early 50s, Osvaldo produced a large body of work including case
goods, storage pieces and seating. Especially noteworthy was a 1946
wall-mounted shelving system. Among his clients were Crippa, Fabbri, Fontana
and Sussu. In 1953, Osvaldo and his brother, Fulgencio founded a firm called
Tecno which, as its name suggests, became known for its technology- and
research-based approach to furniture design. In 1955, Tenco issued one of its
best-known pieces, the P40 chaise longue. Described as a "machine for
sitting", it featured rubber arms and could assume 486 distinct postures; the
D70, a sofa version, was also manufactured. Also the L77, the rarest and most
limited production of these designs.
From 1952 to
his death in 1985, Osvaldo Borsani was the main designer for Tecno,
well-known for its high quality office furniture.
Additional photos
below:
Photo below shows the framework of this design;
minus the cushions and side panels..
it is not the actual item shown above; note the original straps are intact on
our chaise!
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