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Paul Sormani Furniture

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
Dealer: Villa Melrose
19th Century Paul Sormani French Miniature Cylinder Writing Desk
By Paul Sormani
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19th century French walnut miniature cylinder writing desk with brass mountings and velvet writing surface. It is signed on the Paul Sorman.
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19th Century French Antique Paul Sormani Furniture

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19th Century Paul Sormani French Miniature Cylinder Writing Desk
19th Century Paul Sormani French Miniature Cylinder Writing Desk

19th Century Paul Sormani French Miniature Cylinder Writing Desk

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Paul Sormani furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Henry Dasson, Maison Krieger, and Maison Millet. Prices for Paul Sormani furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,999 and can go as high as $248,342, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $26,250.

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