Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The X framed folding chair dates back to antiquity and was originally a symbol of magisterial power.
He owned a chair of this style which became popular during the 19th century.
Ferdinando Pogliani (1832 - 1899) was a leading cabinet-maker based in Milan, active from 1854. He is particularly well known for his Renaissance revival inlaid ebonised furniture.
Please see my listing of another very similar ebonised Savonarola chair which would make a near-matching pair.
Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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Antique North Italian Milanese Ebonised & Inlaid Savonarola Chair with Medici Arms
