Extremely rare T69 XL table in the 5-leg version, designed by Osvaldo Borsani in collaboration with Eugenio Gerli in the late 1950s for Tecno S.p.A.
The T69 table, in its standard A and B versions, was usually produced with 4 legs and a maximum diameter of 140 cm. To exceed this size, a patented 5-leg version was developed, which in this case features an original 150 cm smoked glass top.
Due to the disproportionate difference in production costs compared to the 4-leg version, and consequently the very high retail price at the time, this variant was produced in extremely small numbers and only for a very limited period.
The table is constructed with a solid painted aluminum base, enriched with brushed brass sheet panels. It features five legs supporting an original round smoked glass top, 14 mm thick, precisely machined with five recesses that allow for perfect positioning on the base.
The glass is in excellent condition, virtually flawless, with no scratches or chips. The base shows a few minor signs of age, as visible in the photographs, consistent with its nearly 70 years of history.
The central paintwork has been finely restored.
Overall, the table is in excellent vintage condition, restored, and remains an exceptionally rare collector’s piece for connoisseurs of one of the most important designers of the 20th century.
Product Name: T69 XL Table by Osvaldo Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno S.p.A.
Designer: Osvaldo Borsani in collaboration with Eugenio Gerli
Year of Design: Late 1950s
Style: Italian modernism with post-war industrial design influences
Main Materials: Solid painted aluminum, brushed brass sheet, original smoked glass
Distinctive Design: Five-leg aluminum base with brass details and an original 150 cm smoked glass top, featuring precisely executed recesses for perfect placement on the base
Dimensions: Height 72 cm | Diameter 150 cm | Glass thickness 14 mm
Typical Use: Dining or meeting table, suitable for high-end residential interiors or professional design spaces
Design Icon: Rare piece produced in a limited edition due to the extremely high production costs of the five-leg version
Current Design Condition: Excellent vintage condition; restored base with minor age-related signs, glass in virtually perfect condition
Additional Notes: Rare collectible piece, produced in very few examples due to the disproportionate production costs of the five-leg version compared to the four-leg model
Osvaldo Borsani (1911–1985) was a renowned Italian designer and architect, widely recognized for his significant influence on interior design and modern furniture. Born in Varedo, Italy, he worked alongside his brother Fulgenzio Borsani to found Arredamenti Borsani Varedo in 1953.
Borsani made a substantial contribution to 20th-century design, with a strong focus on modern furnishings and innovation in materials and production techniques. His career encompassed a wide range of projects, including furniture, lighting, and decorative objects.
Throughout his career, Osvaldo Borsani received numerous accolades, playing a key role in elevating Italian design on the international stage. His work is closely associated with modernist aesthetics, and his creations continue to be highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of vintage design.
Tecno is a prestigious Italian company specializing in the design and production of furniture and systems for offices and public spaces. Founded in Milan in 1953 by Osvaldo and Fulgenzio Borsani, Tecno quickly gained international recognition for its innovation and the exceptional quality of its products.
The company distinguished itself through the use of modern materials and the development of ergonomic and highly functional solutions. Over the years, Tecno collaborated with internationally renowned designers such as Gae Aulenti, Norman Foster, and others, creating iconic pieces that helped define contemporary design standards.
Tecno is also known for its attention to sustainability and craftsmanship. Its extensive product range includes chairs, tables, shelving systems, and furnishings for office, public, and residential environments.
Thanks to its long history and constant pursuit of innovation, Tecno has become a benchmark in both Italian and international design.