Pair of Italian Style Black Lacquer Savonarola Chairs
Located in Toledo, OH
An incredible pair of Savonarola chairs. These unusual chairs feature a black lacquer finish with a pierced steel frame.
20th Century Modern Chairs
Lacquer
Pair of Italian Style Black Lacquer Savonarola Chairs
Located in Toledo, OH
An incredible pair of Savonarola chairs. These unusual chairs feature a black lacquer finish with a pierced steel frame.
Lacquer
$2,100Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair of Unique Italian Savonarola Carved Antique Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of unique carved wood Savonarola side chairs for a entry way, dining table, slipper chairs.
Wood
19th Century Wood Pair Of Carved Folding Scissor Savonarola Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Here is a pair of X-form curule chairs, its dark carved wood the first thing to catch the eye. The piece dates to 19th Century, sourced from France, and carries the hallmarks of peri...
Wood
A Pair of Italian Savonarola Iron & Leather Campaign Chairs
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking pair of folding forged iron and leather chairs with exposed saddle stitching of the most substantial quality and thickest leather that we have yet to see.
Iron
$4,640Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Arte De Mexico Iron Leather Savonarola Dante or Curule Chairs
By Arte de Mexico
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of Arte De Mexico iron Savonarola Dante chairs also known as X chairs or Curule chairs.
Iron
Antique Renaissance Carved Lion Heads Curule Savonarola Style Chairs - a Pair
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a wonderful pair of antique Renaissance Curule or Savonarola Style Chairs with carved loins heads beneath carved scrolls on the arm posts and a carved crest between the posts.
Wood
Antique Pair of Wrought-Iron and Leather Savonarola Chairs, early 20th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF POLYCHROMED WROUGHT-IRON AND SADDLE-LEATHER SAVONAROLA CHAIRS With cerule form, probably early 20th century 33 1/2" H x 18 3/8" D x 26" W; 19 1/4" H to seat A very compelli...
Wrought Iron
Italian Regency Savonarola Curule Wrought Iron Throne Lounge Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Savonarola Curule wrought iron throne lounge chairs - a Pair.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Italian Made Brass and Steel Savonarola Armchairs C. 1940
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Introduce timeless Italian elegance into your home with this striking pair of Italian-made Savonarola armchairs, expertly crafted from brass and steel and finished with beautifully u...
Brass, Iron
20th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Spanish Savonarola with Foot Rest
Located in Miami, FL
20th century pair of carved walnut Spanish Savonarola You can use like a armchairs, swivel chairs, settee.
Pine
20th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Spanish Savonarola with Foot Rest
Located in Miami, FL
20th century pair of carved walnut Spanish Savonarola You can use like a armchairs, swivel chairs, settee.
Walnut, Paint
$2,360Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of Spanish Renaissance Revival Carved Savonarola Chairs, Early 20th Century
Located in BÉTERA, ES
Beautiful pair of Spanish Renaissance Revival Savonarola chairs, crafted in solid wood and richly carved with scrolling vegetal motifs.
Hardwood, Oak
Antique Italian Renaissance Carved Walnut Savonarola Throne Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Renaissance Carved Walnut Savonarola Throne Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features turn carved stretcher supports, loose seat cushion, solid wood construction, nicely car...
Fabric, Walnut
$7,089Sale Price / set|25% Off
Pair Mid-Century Savonarola Curule Chairs in Blue Velvet Ebonised Iron & Brass
By Maison Jansen
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A striking pair of mid-century Roman-inspired Curule or Savonarola armchairs, combining sculptural ebonised metal frames with deep blue velvet upholstery and elegant brass detailing.
Iron
Pair of 19th Century Antique Italian Savonarola Campaign Armchairs in Mahogany
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible pair of Savonarola chairs from Italy circa 1890's.
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 32.5 in W 26.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Striking, Generously Scaled 1960s Walnut Savonarola Chairs
Located in Geneva, IL
Striking pair of vintage 1960s walnut Savonarola chairs. Beautifully made and generously sized.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 37.5 in W 29.5 in D 21.5 in
Pair of 20th Century Solid Teak Wood Exquisitely Inlaid Savonarola Style Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
These chairs were made on commission in the 20th century for European missionaries settled in the Coromandel coast of India. These chairs were handcrafted by skilled artisans for the...
Teak
Pair of Italian Savonarola Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of 19th century Italian Savonarola chairs with leather seats and backs and large brass tacks.
Unavailable
H 42.52 in W 25.2 in D 23.63 in
Pair Of Italian Or Spanish Moorish Style Folding Chairs, 19th C
Located in London, GB
Pair of Savonarola style folding chairs with bone inlay.
Wood, Bone
Sold
H 34.75 in W 24.75 in D 19.75 in
Italian Pair Savonarola Chairs w/Brown Leather and Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian near-pair of curule, or savonarola chairs, with brown leather and brass accents, from the 20th century.
Brass
Sold
H 34.75 in W 24.75 in D 19.75 in
Italian Pair Savonarola Chairs w/Brown Leather and Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian near-pair of curule, or savonarola chairs, with brown leather and brass accents, from the 20th century.
Brass
19th Century Pair of Iron and Brass Savonarola Chairs
By Dante Savonarola
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully aged brass finials and hand forged iron with vintage rope detail wrapping the iron arms add detail to the fabric covered back and seat. In need of upholstery on vintage b...
Brass, Iron
Pair of Savonarola Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of Italian Renaissance style Savonarola folding chairs.
Wood
Pair of Savonarola Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Mid 20th Century Savonarola Chairs, Suede Seats
Iron, Brass
Pair of Savonarola Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
1930s pair of iron Savonarola chairs with tole accents.
Iron
Pair of Savonarola Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sharp looking in white leather, black painted iron frames and brass details
Iron, Brass
Pair of Italian Savonarola Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of mid 20th C. Italian Savonarola chairs with leather seats.
Iron, Brass
A Pair of Savonarola Chairs
Located in Tetbury, England
The wrought iron frames with slung red velvet seats and back rests, faded and worn with historic repairs, brass finial, cast iron paw foot.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Alberto Orlandi Savonarola Chairs
By Alberto Orlandi
Located in Chicago, IL
Alberto Orlandi occasional chairs, Italian Renaissance-revival Savonarola chair with sculptural polished metal and solid brass decorative details. Edelman leather reupholstered seats...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Iron and Brass Savonarola Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1930s iron and brass accent Savonarola chairs from Italy.
Pair of Unusual Zinc Grey Savonarola Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant pair of zinc grey painted iron and brass Savonarola chairs with new white duck upholstery.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Savonarola Iron and Brass Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of Italian Savonarola iron and brass chairs in a Campaign style.
Iron
Pair of Italian Early 20th Century Savonarola Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of early 20th century Italian Savonarola chairs.
Iron
Pair of Italian Iron and Brass Savonarola Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of 1920s Italian iron and brass Savonarola chairs.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Antique Italian Savonarola Chairs with Black Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian curule savonarola chairs with black leather from the early 20th century.
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 36.5 in W 28.9 in D 25 in
Pair Of Carved Folding Scissor Savonarola Chairs, France, 19th Century
Located in High Point, NC
This wood piece dates to 19th Century and originates from France. Its form as a pair of carved folding scissor savonarola chairs reflects both a clear practical purpose and the visua...
Wood
Pair of Mediterranean Revival Savonarola-style Iron/Brass Chairs
Located in Bellport, NY
Cast and Wrought iron open armchairs of "Savonarola"form in the 16th Century style,complemented with twisted cast brass arms and lion head masks at stile tops and arm ends.Tight whit...
Brass
19th Century Wood Pair Of Carved Folding Scissor Savonarola Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Here is a pair of X-form curule chairs, its dark carved wood the first thing to catch the eye. The piece dates to 19th Century, sourced from France, and carries the hallmarks of peri...
Wood
Pair of Late 19th Century Carved Savonarola Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A pair of late 19th century carved walnut ‘Savonarola’ inspired armchairs with carved scrolled arms and uprights and a highly detailed carved back.
Walnut
Pair of Italian 20th Century Dante Style Backless Savonarola Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of antique chairs from Italy have the signature Savonarola or Dante style frames, whereas their X-shaped bodies are developed with criss-crossed legs, which extends upward ...
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 34.5 in W 24.24 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Italian Campaign Style Iron & Brass Savonarola Chairs - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a striking pair of mid-century Italian campaign style Savonarola chairs.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Italian Curule Savonarola Chairs from the Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian curule savonarola chairs from the early 20th century.
Metal, Brass, Iron
Pair of Italian Iron and Brass Savonarola Chairs with Loose Cushions
Located in Birmingham, AL
A handsome pair of Italian Savonarola chairs or benches having sculptural black wrought iron frames with turned brass uprights topped with large brass pommels, X-stretchers decorated...
Brass, Wrought Iron
Sold
H 29 in W 25.25 in D 16.5 in
Italian Pair of Curule Savonarola Chairs w/Black Leather Seats, Backs & Armrests
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian curule savonarola chairs from the mid 20th century.
Brass
Sold
H 34 in W 23.25 in D 18 in
Italian Neo-Classical Style Gilt Tassel Savonarola / Campaign Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Italian neo-classical style gilt metal tassel Savonarola or campaign chairs.
Metal
Sold
H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 19.69 in
Early 20th Century Renaissance Savonarola Pair of Chairs in Carved Blond Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Renaissance Revival Savonarola pair of folder chairs with precious hand-carved blond walnut, polished to wax.
Walnut
Sold
H 30.91 in W 24.22 in D 21.46 in
Pair of 16th Century Style Italian Dantesca Carved Wood Chairs Dante Savonarola
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Victorian Dantesca Italian 16th century style chairs A wonderful and decorative pair in lovely vintage condition with origin...
Hardwood
Sold
H 34.25 in W 21.25 in D 21.5 in
Savonarola Campaign Style Iron / Steel X-Base Chairs Greek Key Upholstery - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Italian hand hammered and forged steel campaign style arm chairs with new Greek key embroidered upholstery.
Steel, Iron
Pair of Renaissance style Savonarola Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 19th century Italian elaborately carved walnut Savonarola chairs in the Renaissance style.
Pair Mid-Century Italian Savonarola Chairs
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of Savonarola Chairs - Continental brass and wrought iron campaign chairs with overscaled finials and gilt leather seat and back circa 1940.
Iron, Brass
Pair of Savonarola Iron & Leather Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of early 20th century Savonarola chairs with brass finials and original leather seat/back.
Iron, Brass
Savonarola Dante Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Pair of Savonarola dante chairs made of hand-carved Anglo-Indian teakwood.
Teak
Pair of 1950s Savonarola Leather/ Iron Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s Italian Savonarola Iron and leather chairs with brass accents.
Iron
Pair of Spanish Renaissance Style Savonarola Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A bold pair of Spanish renaissance style walnut savonarola chairs with leather seats and backs
Walnut, Leather
Pair of Neo Classical Style Savonarola Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning pair of stainless steel and brass framed black leather Savonarola chairs.
Pair of Italian Renaissance-Style Savonarola Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Also called Caquetoire or ‘gossip’ chairs, armchairs like these were arranged for conversational convenience. These X-frame armchairs have slatted frames, carved grotesque mask arms,...
Walnut
Pair Iron Savonarola Chairs with Leopard Print Upholstery
Located in Troy, MI
Pair of Iron Savonarola chairs with leopard print upholstery Found in Italy, this pair of circa 1950s Savonarola style armchairs have an iron base with curved feet, padded arms an...
Iron
Pair of Italian Savonarola Chairs with Bone Inlay
Located in Plainview, NY
A pair of Italian Savonarola chairs with carved top rail and finials with neoclassical ornamentation on X-frame with all over certosina work.
Fruitwood, Bone
Pair of Italian Savonarola Chairs with Bone Inlay
Located in Plainview, NY
A Pair of Savonarola Renaissance style armchairs with carved top rail and finials with neoclassical ornamentation on X frame with allover certosina bone work on face of chair includi...
Walnut
Pair of Polished Steel and Brass Savonarola Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unusual pair of stylized Savonarola armchairs, of stainless steel with brass accents; padded backrest, arms, and drop-in cushion upholstered in Greek key sculpted chenille fabric.
Steel, Brass
Pair of Iron Savonarola Arm Chairs with Velvet Upholstery
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of Savonarola chairs fabricated in heavy iron with brass embellishments.
Brass, Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Savonarola Chairs with Sherpa Seats
Located in New Orleans, LA
These Savonarola chairs have been reupholstered with a luxurious sherpa seat. Please note that two studs on one of the chairs have been repaired.
Metal
Valenti Pair of Savonarola Chairs Brass Frame, circa 1980
By Valenti
Located in Austin, TX
Recently reupholstered in complimentary rich green leatherette. Four chairs are available, priced per pair. The body style is Savonarola or X shaped.
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Walnut Savonarola Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality pair of Italian walnut chairs of small proportions, circa 1880.
Walnut
Pair of Italian Carved Renaissance Style Walnut Savonarola Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
the chairs, comprised of a series of curved boards, in the renaissance form and folding to be portable with a removable shell, floral, and vine carved backrest, with ball handrests a...
Walnut
Italian Curule Savonarola Gothic Throne Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of classical style Italian Savonarola chair in iron and brass and leather sling.
Leather
Sold
H 34 in W 26 in D 19 in
Vintage Renaissance Style Iron Savonarola Curule Campaign Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Renaissance Style Heavy Wrought Iron Savonarola Curule Campaign Arm Chairs with Brown Vinyl Upholstery - a Pair.
Wrought Iron
Set of 3 "Savonarola" Pair of Emperor Chairs by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
“Savonarola” Emperor pair of 3 chairs by Maison Jansen, 1970s.
Chrome
Sold
H 42.5 in W 22.75 in D 21.75 in
Pair of Heavy Brass, Iron and Thick Leather Savonarola Directors Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
You won't be disappointed with the high quality construction and materials of this beautiful set of Savonarola chairs. Note, we have four (4) chairs available, this listing is pric...
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 41.75 in W 27 in D 23 in
Pair of Vintage Brass Inlay Savonarola Folding Chairs and Table, 3 Pcs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning Savonarola chairs with intricate brass inlay of flowers and scrollwork on the backs, arms and legs. The chairs have metal rods to the seat which can be removed and then th...
Brass
Sold
H 28.38 in W 24.63 in D 19.5 in
19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Armchair, Settees
Located in Miami, FL
Typical of the Italian Renaissance with carved Florentine backs, this pair has none. The Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X frame when viewed from the front or ba...
Metal
Pair of Italian Savonarola Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of turn of the century iron and bronze Italian Savonarola chairs.
Pair of Jansen Curule Savonarola Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Jansen Curule Savonarola chairs. Each with a finely tooled leather seat and tooled leather backrest.
Pair of Maison Jansen Savonarola Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Maison Jansen Savonarola chairs, original chairs in very good condition acquired recently from an Estate in Arizona, one owner.
Brass, Steel
Pair of Syrian Folding Savonarola Chairs
Located in Toronto, CA
Pair of Savonarola Syrian armchairs with intricate carving and mother of pearl inlay throughout.
Wood
$1,850 / set
H 45 in W 17.5 in D 16 in
Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Side Chairs 19th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A PAIR OF ITALIAN RENAISSANCE STYLE WALNUT SIDE CHAIRS 19TH CENTURY, INCORPORATING EARLIER ELEMENTS In solid walnut with straight seats, gilt acanthus leaf finials, carved front st...
Walnut
Vintage Iron Savonarola Style Italian Leather Sling Chair Set
By Curule
Located in Bensalem, PA
Please look at pictures and video for overall detail and condition. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Metal, Wrought Iron
$2,792Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 36.03 in W 24.81 in D 18.12 in
19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Bench or Settle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century carved walnut folding scissors Savonarola bench or settee featuring a carved shields in the back leather. Typical of the Italian Renaissance with carved Florentine stru...
Walnut
$696 / set
H 33 in W 23 in D 18 in
Vintage Solid Maple Directors Chairs with Brown Canvas Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of vintage solid maple directors chairs. Brown canvas upholstery. Excellent condition. Measurements are 23"W x 18"D x 33"H. Seat height is 17.5 and arm height is 25" W3 upper.
Canvas, Maple
Pair of Side Chairs Swedish Rococo Period Wood Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A pair of beautiful Swedish Rococo side chairs from the west part of Sweden. Made during the Rococo period and upholstered in a chocolate brown suede.
Wood
Pair of Antique Victorian Carved Oak Hall Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Victorian carved oak hall chairs having quality carved oak scrolls backs, solid oak shaped seats and standing on unusual bobbin turned front legs and out swept back l...
Oak
Pair of Italian Wrought Iron Garden Chairs, Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delicate white-painted chairs with scrollwork backs and aged patina. Classic Italian garden design that evokes romantic charm and authenticity.
Wrought Iron
$1,332 / set
H 31.11 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Pair of vintage 1970s metal and leather "canasta" chairs designed by Arrben
By Arrben
Located in Torino, Piemonte
A pair of black metal chairs with black leather seats, the “Canasta” model designed by Arrben Italy, 1970s. CONDITION: In good condition, with signs of wear due to age. DIMENSIONS:...
Metal
$16,500 / set
H 34.5 in W 29 in D 35 in
Pair of Large early 20th century English Leather Club or library Chairs
Located in Troy, NY
A generously sized pair of English lounge or club chairs of unusual design, early 20th century, walnut, covered in oxblood-red leather. Very comfortable proportions, turned front leg...
Leather, Animal Skin, Walnut
$3,797Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 36.62 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in
Leather Dining Chairs Wrought Iron Set of 4 Vintage Spanish Curule Savonarola
Located in London, GB
An impressive and rare set of four forged wrought iron and saddle leather dining chairs in lovely vintage condition. Likely made in Spain the 1970s, these strikingly attractive chair...
Wrought Iron
$4,400 / set
H 29.53 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Sculptural Bentwood Armchairs in Black Lacquered Wood and Sheepskin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, lacquered beech, sheepskin, Europe, 1970s A striking pair of dining armchairs crafted from lacquered beech and upholstered in soft beige sheepskin. Their elegant ...
Sheepskin, Beech
$11,890 / set
H 32.5 in W 14.5 in D 17.5 in
French Modern Neoclassical Hand Forged Iron Side Chairs, Gilbert Poillerat, Pair
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical hand forged iron folding chairs attributed to Gilbert Poillerat. Gilbert Poillerat embraced Neo-Medieval traditions utilizing and w...
Wrought Iron
$873 / set
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Set Of 2 Mid-Century Italian Folding Chairs Model "Savonarola", 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian folding chairs model "Savonarola", 1960s Intact and in excellent condition. Walnut wood. The term savonarola derives from the name of Girolamo Savonarol...
Wood
$2,380 / set
H 37.01 in W 13 in D 20.87 in
Antique Pair of Figural Heavily Carved Oak Sgabello Chairs Italy
Located in Almelo, NL
Antique Pair of Figural Heavily Carved Walnut Sgabello Chairs with Baroque Motifs, 18th–19th Century A stunning pair of figural sgabello chairs, intricately carved from rich walnut ...
Oak
$2,005 / set
H 36.03 in W 15.75 in D 15.56 in
Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Carved Oak Hall Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Victorian quality carved oak hall chairs having a quality carved oak shaped back with carved leaf scroll and flower decoration, solid oak seat with a half sunflower ...
Oak
$3,475 / set
H 35 in W 23.25 in D 22.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Baker Occasional Chairs in Black Lacquer
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
This pair of stunning occasional chairs were realized by Baker in the United States, circa 1960. They feature an abstracted geometric Greek Key design that comprises the arms as well...
Fabric, Lacquer
$5,950 / set
H 33.85 in W 23.62 in D 16.53 in
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Chrome and Leather Savonarola Director's Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of beautiful 1980s Italian chrome gold and red leather Savonarola director's chair in perfect conditions, with very minor fading and great timeless patina. Very comfortable arm...
Bronze, Chrome
Pair of Italian Renaissance Revival Side Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome pair of 19th century Italian ebonized wood chairs. The chairs of alluring shape, with slatted legs and back. The legs of a curvaceous "X" form rising to a flat seat. The b...
Wood
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