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Osvaldo Borsani
P40 Armchair Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s
Width 73 cm Depth 145 cm Height 96 cm.
Iconic design for P40 armchair with sleek, essential lines and a unique mechanism that opens to a whole range of adjustable tilt gradations until fully closed. Versatile, functional is an essential armchair with irresistible comfort. Consisting of a metal pedestal that supports the pivoted seat and backrest to allow for all tilts. A tilting element under the seat accommodates the legs, and is complete with a removable metal footrest, while the headboard is extendable and the steel and rubber armrests fold down for easy seating. Brans name Tecno present.
Bibliography:Bibliografia: G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950-2000 per l'arredamento domestico, Allemandi, Torino 2003, vol. 1, p. 40 - G. Bosoni, Osvaldo Borsani. Architetto, designer, imprenditore, Skira, Milano 2018, pp. 458-463