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19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Bench or Settle

$2,800per set
£2,105.37per set
€2,444.85per set
CA$3,910.14per set
A$4,336.64per set
CHF 2,277.39per set
MX$53,256.97per set
NOK 28,829.58per set
SEK 27,186.68per set
DKK 18,241.27per set
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19th century carved walnut folding scissors Savonarola bench or settee featuring a gentleman in the back. Typical of the Italian Renaissance with carved Florentine backs (no shows in the picture) . This pair created in the 19th century, most likely 1840s-1850s, are in perfect condition. The Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X frame when viewed from the front or back. It was designed to fold so it was portable and used during campaigns or other outdoor pursuits. 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. To fold this interestingly beautiful chair you must first remove the back rail which simply slides upward out of slots in the arms, then push the arms together to fold. This pair would make perfect hallway or entryway chairs.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.28 in (82 cm)Width: 26.37 in (66.98 cm)Depth: 19.68 in (49.99 cm)Seat Height: 17.51 in (44.48 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1726214777361

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