Savonarola Wooden Chair with Heraldic Motif and Lion Heads
Savonarola Wooden Chair with Heraldic Motif and Lion Heads
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Savonarola Wooden Chair - Heraldic Motif Late 19th/Early 20th c (1880-1920)
Also called Dante chair or Curule Chair
Revival piece inspired by Renaissance Italy
Interlaced, curving slats form an X-shaped base, a hallmark of this style, descended from Roman curule chairs and later adopted in Renaissance ceremonial furniture
Tall crest rail is elaborately carved with scrolling foliage, central medallion and decorative detailing typical of late 19th/early 20th C revival pieces
Armrests end in carved animal heads, lions, symbolizing strength and authority
Associated with status and authoirty, often used by nobility or clergy
Savonarola Wooden Chair - Heraldic Motif Late 19th/Early 20th c (1880-1920)
Also called Dante chair or Curule Chair
Revival piece inspired by Renaissance Italy
Interlaced, curving slats form an X-shaped base, a hallmark of this style, descended from Roman curule chairs and later adopted in Renaissance ceremonial furniture
Tall crest rail is elaborately carved with scrolling foliage, central medallion and decorative detailing typical of late 19th/early 20th C revival pieces
Armrests end in carved animal heads, lions, symbolizing strength and authority
Associated with status and authoirty, often used by nobility or clergy