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Folding armchair (sedia a Savonarola)

15th century (textile); 19th century (chair, with earlier parts)
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 958

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Folding armchair (sedia a Savonarola)
  • Date: 15th century (textile); 19th century (chair, with earlier parts)
  • Culture: Italian (possibly)
  • 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.
  • Classifications: Woodwork-Furniture, Textiles-Velvets
  • Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
  • Object Number: 1975.1.1981 ab
  • Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection

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