Maple and Wood Coffee Table from Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1940s

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

An elegant interplay of glass and carved wood, this coffee table brings together lightness and sculptural detailing in a balanced composition. The transparent top appears to float above the frame, allowing the craftsmanship of the base to remain fully visible from every angle. Its proportions and restrained decorative rhythm place the table comfortably within the vocabulary of mid-century Italian design.

Design
The table is composed of a thick rectangular glass top resting on a finely constructed wooden frame. What immediately draws attention are the rounded stretchers, each carved with a continuous ribbed motif that runs along the full perimeter. This subtle repetition introduces movement and texture without disturbing the calm geometry of the piece. The warm tone of the wood contrasts beautifully with the cool clarity of the glass, creating an engaging dialogue between material and form.

Four elegantly tapered legs curve slightly outward, lending the table a poised and almost architectural stance. Seen from the side, the silhouette becomes particularly refined, with the legs giving the structure a sense of lift and fluidity. The generous thickness of the glass top contributes both visual weight and stability, reinforcing the table’s grounded appearance while maintaining transparency. Pieces such as this were often created during the 1940 and 1950s, when Italian furniture makers increasingly experimented with combinations of glass, carved wood and light construction techniques.

A table that works equally well as a centrepiece in a seating area or as a refined side table within a more curated interior. Its restrained detailing allows it to pair naturally with both modernist and more eclectic environments.

Condition
The table is profesionally restored and in very good condition with minor signs of age and use consistent with time. The glass top is well preserved and the wooden frame retains a warm patina.

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Creator	Osvaldo Borsani
Design Period	1920 to 1949
Year
Production Period	1940 to 1949
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark
Style	Italian Modern, Mid-Century
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Restored
Product Code	UQV-868350
Materials	Maple, Glass
Color	Brown
Width	51 cm 51 cm
Depth	48 cm 48 cm
Height	99 cm 99 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Netherlands
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

About the Creator

Osvaldo Borsani

Osvaldo Borsani was born in 1911 in Varedo, Italy. He studied Beaux-Arts at Accademia di Brera in Milan and architecture at Politecnico di Milano, graduating in 1936. While still in school, Borsani participated in the fifth Milan Triennale, presenting his Casa Minima project, which earned him a silver medal. At the same time, he began collaborating with his father Gaetano in the family business, Atelier Varedo, producing fine cabinetry with European Deco influences. In 1932 the business was renamed Arredamento Borsani and opened its first space in Milan. Around the same time, Borsani began to collaborate with Milanese artists such as Lucio Fontana, Agenore Fabbri, Arnaldo, and Gio Pomodoro.

In 1953, Osvaldo and his twin brother, Fulgenzio opened TECNO, a firm that became known for its technology and research-based approach to furniture design. Notable TECNO designs include the 1954 D70, a sofa that can assume approximately twenty positions; the 1955 P40 chaise, featuring mobile parts with adjustable backrest and armrests; and the 1968 Graphis office furniture system, created by Borsani and Eugenio Gerli.

In 1970, together with his daughter Valeria and Marco Fantoni, Borsani introduced the Centro Progetti Tecno, a collaborative design laboratory for new product development. Borsani passed away on April 16, 1985 in Milan.