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Antique Edwardian Savonarola X Frame Two Chair Sofa C1900
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Antique Edwardian Savonarola X Frame Two Chair Sofa C1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 10 January 2026 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Superb Antique Edwardian Oak Savonarola X Frame Two Chair Sofa and dating from around 1900. Co strutted from quality oak it has a double carved frieze back joined by vertical carved supports and with upholstered backrests. It has shaped and curved armrests leading to a carved skirt and being raised on carved half hoop legs ( or X Frame ) joined by a squared stretcher. It has a stuff over seat and with original mosques fabric.

A superb and unusual X Frame Sofa to grace any room .

The Savanarola Q chair or "X" Q chair originated in medieval Italy and the style spread through Europe especially Spain. Production in the Renaissance style continued to the 19th century, sometimes with carved decoration to the back and arms. Some versions folded, whilst others were rigid. They often had a wooden seat, which accommodated a cushion for comfort. Contrast this with the English Glastonbury chair, a type of & folding chair, where, from a side view, the legs form an "X". They were supposedly named after a design of a similar chair by the Abbot of Glastonbury in the 6th century.

MEASURES: 36” HIGH X 20.5” DEEP X 47” WIDE & SEAT HEIGHT 17”

Physical Dimensions
Height
91.5cm (36.02")
Width
119.5cm (47.05")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian X-frame Sofa to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1080889
Dealers Internal Reference
W3340 /7.1
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Description
Superb Antique Edwardian Oak Savonarola X Frame Two Chair Sofa and dating from around 1900.
“
Co strutted from quality oak it has a double carved frieze back joined by vertical carved supports and with upholstered backrests.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

It has shaped and curved armrests leading to a carved skirt and being raised on carved half hoop legs ( or X Frame ) joined by a squared stretcher. It has a stuff over seat and with original mosques fabric.

fig 1. An Edwardian X-frame double chair with dark carved wood frames and patterned fabric upholstery on the backrests and seat.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Savonarola X Frame Two Chair Sofa C1900

A superb and unusual X Frame Sofa to grace any room .

The Savanarola Q chair or "X" Q chair originated in medieval Italy and the style spread through Europe especially Spain. Production in the Renaissance style continued to the 19th century, sometimes with carved decoration to the back and arms. Some versions folded, whilst others were rigid. They often had a wooden seat, which accommodated a cushion for comfort. Contrast this with the English Glastonbury chair, a type of & folding chair, where, from a side view, the legs form an "X". They were supposedly named after a design of a similar chair by the Abbot of Glastonbury in the 6th century.

MEASURES: 36” HIGH X 20.5” DEEP X 47” WIDE & SEAT HEIGHT 17”

Height
91.5cm (36.02")
Width
119.5cm (47.05")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian X-frame Sofa to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1080889
Dealers Internal Ref
W3340 /7.1
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
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Antique Edwardian Savonarola X Frame Two Chair Sofa C1900

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Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 178
Items Sold 6,464
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Location: Four lane Ends Farm, Skipton Rd (A59), Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2BX
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An Edwardian X-frame double chair with dark carved wood frames and patterned fabric upholstery on the backrests and seat.
ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN SAVONAROLA X FRAME TWO CHAIR SOFA C1900
Ref: SA1080889
An Edwardian X-frame double chair with dark carved wood frames and patterned fabric upholstery on the backrests and seat.
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  • ObjectSettees and Benches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWalnut, Fabric, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsX-frame base, Carved crest rail, Brass stud trim, Scroll armrests
  • SizeH 91.5 cm (36 in) x W 119.5 cm (47 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

The X-frame chair design dates back to the Renaissance period, inspired by ancient Roman curule seats, and experienced revivals during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

These pieces were typically constructed from hardwoods such as walnut, oak, or mahogany, featuring carved details and upholstered panels secured with brass tacking.

Authenticity is determined through traditional joinery techniques, natural wood ageing, hand-carved ornamentation, and period-appropriate upholstery methods and fasteners.

This piece works effectively as a statement seating option in a hallway, at the foot of a bed, or paired with minimalist modern furniture to create textural contrast.

Preservation involves keeping the timber nourished with appropriate wax polishes, avoiding direct sunlight to protect fabrics, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels.
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