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Folding armchair (sedia a Savonarola type)

15th century (textile); 19th century (chair, with various earlier parts)
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 952

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Folding armchair (sedia a Savonarola type)
  • Date: 15th century (textile); 19th century (chair, with various earlier parts)
  • Culture: Italian
  • Medium: Walnut, partly turned and carved; red plain velvet.
  • Dimensions: H. 98.2 cm, W. 64 cm, D. 55.2; Cushion: 44 x 44 cm.
  • Classifications: Woodwork-Furniture, Textiles-Velvets
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1982 ab
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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