Modus Chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for TECNO Éditeur, Italy, 1982

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11 Modus chairs by Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985) for TECNO Éditeur, Made in Italy
Tecno stamp and dated 1982

Seat and … Read more 11 Modus chairs by Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985) for TECNO Éditeur, Made in Italy
Tecno stamp and dated 1982

Seat and backrest:
One-piece blue polyamide, with rounded and ergonomic lines, here in a bright blue very typical of the period.
The glossy surface highlights the utilitarian style while remaining aesthetically pleasing.

Structure:
Black tubular metal base, designed to be robust and stable.
The design also allows for easy stacking, making them ideal for public spaces, communities, or modular offices.

Functionality:
The stacking system was innovative at the time and clearly demonstrates Borsani's rationalist and functional approach.
They can also be placed together to create a series of chairs, such as a bench.
He aimed for quality industrial production combined with a modern aesthetic.

About Osvaldo Borsani:

Italian architect and designer, Borsani is best known for co-founding Tecno in 1953. He distinguished himself with his approach combining modern design, functionality, and technical innovation. The Modus chair fully reflects this philosophy, offering an accessible, stackable, durable, yet elegant piece in its industrial minimalism.

Height 72cm
Depth 53cm
Width 55cm
Seat height 41cm

Perfect condition of the polyamide (blue plastic)
Some slight signs of wear on the black metal frame

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