Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Wall Unit in Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, wall unit 'E22', walnut, glass, polished steel, Italy, 1957

This wall-mounted shelving unit is designed by Osvaldo Borsani and is four sections large, with a width of 2.8 metres. The order and lay out of the shelves are adjustable, which is in line with Osvaldo Borsani's philosophy that the home needs to be orderly, comfortable and easily rearrangeable. The shelves and cabinets are mounted on steel profiles. The wall unit contains several elements, of which two large cabinets with glass doors, many shelves and on the bottom it features a row of drawers. The modernist combination of walnut and steel is still very tasteful today and can be called a timeless classic for sure.

Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985) is known for his modernist designs at Tecno Milano. Before he began Tecno with his twin brother, Osvaldo designed furniture at his fathers cabinetry Atelier Varedo or Arredamento Borsani. Tecno was founded in 1953 by Osvaldo and Fulgenzio Borsani. The core thought on which the company was found on the idea that Dwellings function as the fundament on which the quality of life is built. Although Tecno was led by functionalism, aesthetics have never been unimportant. Technique the tool that led to typological innovation. The office world experience an extreme growth in postwar Italy and it was mainly to this world that Tecno dedicated their innovative design and craftsmanship.

Tecno was founded in 1953 by Osvaldo and Fulgenzio Borsani. The company was found on the idea that Dwellings function as the fundament on which the quality of life is built. Although Tecno was led by functionalism, aesthetics has never been unimportant. The office world experience an extreme growth in Postwar Italy and it was mainly to this world that Tecno dedicated their innovative design and craftsmanship.

Please note that this piece is in used condition and could use some touch ups. Restoration can be done before shipping by our experienced craftsmen and -women in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece contains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized restoration is possible as well.

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