Paul Sormani Desks and Writing Tables
Italian, 1817-1877
Paul Sormani, counted among the most elite Parisian ébénistes of the 19th century, used the foundation of Louis XV and XVI styles for his meubles de luxe (luxurious furnishings).
Sormani received enormous attention as one of Paris’ finest and most influential ébénistes and earned worldwide acclaim by displaying his pieces at many of the world’s leading exhibitions. At the 1867 Exhibition Universelle in Paris the celebrated designer received an award and was described in the exhibition journal as “...a distinguished ébéniste of Paris, whose works deservedly attracted the attention of the public, and received the marked approval of the connoisseur.”
Empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III, decorated her palaces with beautiful creations by Paul Sormani whose designs were of a select few favored by the Empress. Revivals of Louis XV and XVI pieces were in high demand among affluent Parisians, and Sormani created many of the finest and most important furnishings of the period.
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(Biography provided by M.S. Rau)
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Creator: Paul Sormani
Antique French Marquetry Ormolu Side Table 3 Drawer Cabinet Commode Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
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An important antique French Louis XV transitional style gilt-bronze mounted amaranth & kingwood marquetry table à écrire, by Paul Sormani, Paris, circa 1870.
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Fine Example of a Style of Louis XV Writing Desk by Paul Sormani
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A very Fine Writing Desk by Paul Sormani
Lovely Gilt Bronze Mounted
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Stamped P.Sormani on Lock
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Paul SORMANI (1817-1877) Bonheur de Jour in Marqueterie Stampigliato
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A fine 19th French Louis XVI kingwood writing desk by P. Sormani. gilt bronze
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Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Center Table by Paul Sormani
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Paul Sormani desks and writing tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul Sormani desks and writing tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paul Sormani desks and writing tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks and writing tables by Paul Sormani were created in the Louis XVI style in france during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider desks and writing tables by and Maison Jansen. Prices for Paul Sormani desks and writing tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $26,500 and can go as high as $95,894, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $37,000.