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Italian Savonarola Chair in Amazingly Carved Walnut

$2,155.31
£1,593.25
€1,800
CA$2,931.38
A$3,284.59
CHF 1,709.75
MX$40,181.92
NOK 21,702.17
SEK 20,497.44
DKK 13,706.12
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About the Item

Beautiful Savonarola chair in amazingly carved walnut. The backrail, the armrests start and ending, the front and back feet, the central crossing are all decorated with incredibly hand-carved figures, mainly faces and heads with as well other parts decorated with detailed carvings. Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X frame when viewed from the front or back and the title Savonarola comes from the name of Italian Renaissance Dominican friar, Girolamo Savonarola, who is renowned for his clash with tyrannical rulers and corrupt clergy. An amazing piece adding that unique feeling, importance and elegance to any room.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.47 in (85 cm)Width: 22.84 in (58 cm)Depth: 24.81 in (63 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. The chair is in good conditions and great patina of time.
  • Seller Location:
    Carimate, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2654330931792

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