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Curule (Folding) Chair
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This is a rare example of a Renaissance folding chair. It was intended to be lightweight and easily portable so that it could be folded and transported from room to room or even house to house. They were likely used in Italian homes, though they may have also been favored by scholars and clerics for use in their studies. Their portability also made them useful for extended travel. The fabric is a modern replacement.
| Artist / Maker | Italy, Florence?, 15th century |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1450–1500 |
| Culture / Origin | Italy, Florence?, 15th century |
| Medium | forged iron |
| Dimensions | Overall: 106.7 x 63.5 x 54.6 cm (42 x 25 x 21 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Furniture and woodwork |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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