Curule seat

A curule seat is a special type of a chair that was used in ancient Rome by important people such as high-ranking officials and magistrates. Imagine a chair that looks like a mash-up of a stool and a folding chair, but with fancy decorations and made out of valuable materials like ivory or bronze.

It was a symbol of power and authority and was used during important public ceremonies, like triumphal processions, where victorious generals would sit on it. It was also used during certain religious ceremonies and public assemblies.

The chair had a unique design which allowed it to be folded and carried by the person sitting on it. This made it really practical for traveling to different events or locations while also showcasing the importance of the person who was using it.

Today, curule seats can be found in museums and are still used as a symbol of authority in certain ceremonies, particularly in the Catholic Church where they are used by high-ranking officials during certain religious ceremonies.