Anthony Short Antiques Ltd

Description

A very decorative and elaborate inlaid late 19th century folding scissors Savonarola armchair. With a carved foliate back rail, ball head arms and inlaid with bone, mother of pearl, ebony and mixed woods. Great detail and good patina. The Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X frame when viewed from the front or back. The chair was designed to fold so it was portable and used during campaigns or other outdoor pursuits.

Height: 100cm (39.4in)
Width: 71cm (28.0in)
Depth: 50cm (19.7in)