Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C
Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C

Antique Italian Savonarola Dante Chair Carved Oak Renaissance Lion Shield 19th C

Regular price
$1,865.00
Sale price
$1,865.00

 Antique Italian Renaissance Revival Oak "Savonarola" or "Dante" Chair~~late-19th Century


These chairs, often called scissor or "X" chairs, are typically supported by two crossed or curved supports at the sides or back and front~~these chairs were given the name Savonarola in the 19th century after Girolamo Savonarola, an Italian priest in Florence from 1494-1498~~the design comes from an ancient Roman "X" shaped chair that was popular in medieval Italy~~one of the oldest forms of chairs or stools with examples reaching back to the 2nd millennium BC!


Beautifully carved back with lion and shield accents~~perfect for use as a hall, entry, desk, vanity or accent chair!


38" tall x 24.25" wide x 20.25" deep

Seat height is 16"


Solid and sturdy with rich oak patina


~~Add a touch of classic European style to your home or office~~

 

SHIPPING:  This item requires professional packaging and shipping via blanket wrap ("white glove") delivery. All items are fully insured and will be delivered and set up inside your home or office. This service typically takes 4-6 weeks, depending on your location.  Pick up is also available at our location in Tyler, Texas, in lieu of shipping.  

Please email europeancrossroadsantiques@gmail.com or call (903)561-8208 with your zip code for a shipping quote or if you have other questions about shipping.


CONDITION:  This item is in outstanding condition with normal signs of age and use.   Multiple photos are provided that should be considered part of the description.  Antiques should be purchased for craftsmanship, uniqueness, charm and character, and very few true antiques are "like new".  We encourage you to ask questions prior to purchase. More photos available upon request. 


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