L-77 chaise lounge | Wright

Estimated value: 12'000-15'000 US$

Reached Price: 13'000 US$

Auction:
Modernist 20 Century

Sales date: 2003-05-18

Location:
Chicago

Lot number: 322

Design Osvaldo Borsani
Manufacturer Tecno
Architonic id 4101150

Enameled metal, rubber, brass
35.25"w x 80"d x 28"h
Borsani's L-77 chaise lounge is an accomplishment of engineering. 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 logos on each side.
Literature: Il Design Italiano Degli Anni '50, Branzi, pg. 68.