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Folding armchair (sedia a Savonarola), 15th century (textile); 19th century (chair, with earlier parts), Walnut, carved and…

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Folding armchair (sedia a Savonarola)

Maker unknown · 15th century (textile); 19th century (chair, with earlier parts)

Medium: Walnut, carved and incised; red silk cut velvet; linen.
Dimensions: H. 106.7 cm, W. 50.2 cm, D. 76 cm; Cushion: 42 x 38 cm.
Accession: 1975.1.1981 ab
Credit line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
Culture: Italian (possibly)

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