Walnut Savonarola Chair with Letters G.M.

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a wooden chair featuring a decorative backrest with a circular emblem in the center that includes a coat of arms and the letters "G M" etched on either side. The chair is made of richly colored brown wood with visible grain patterns and detailed carvings, adding texture and depth. The legs cross in an X pattern and end in carved lion's paws. The armrests have a rolled design. The chair is topped with a blue cushioned seat with tassels at the edges.