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Description
Savonarola chair, also known as a curule or X-chair. Crafted from wood, likely walnut, it features a distinctive folding X-shaped … Read more Savonarola chair, also known as a curule or X-chair. Crafted from wood, likely walnut, it features a distinctive folding X-shaped frame composed of gracefully curved slats that intersect to form the legs and seat. The backrest, which can be detached and is elaborately carved with a central cartouche and scrolling foliate motifs, while the armrests end in rounded finials. Named after the 15th-century Florentine friar Girolamo Savonarola, this style of chair was originally used as a portable throne by Italian aristocracy and clergy, symbolizing authority and refinement. See less
- Dimensions
- 25.5ʺW × 20.5ʺD × 36ʺH
- Styles
- Italian
- Number of Seats
- 1
- Seat Interior Width
- 12.0 in
- Seat Height
- 18.0 in
- Arm Height
- 28.0 in
- Seat Interior Depth
- 12.0 in
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Original Condition Unaltered, Needs Restoration
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Great conditions. No imperfections or anything of note. Great conditions. No imperfections or anything of note. less
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