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Paul Sormani Boxes

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.

Find authentic Paul Sormani case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.

(Biography provided by M.S. Rau)

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Creator: Paul Sormani
Antique Paul Sormani Signed Parisian Napoleon III Period Glove Box
Antique Paul Sormani Signed Parisian Napoleon III Period Glove Box

Antique Paul Sormani Signed Parisian Napoleon III Period Glove Box

By Paul Sormani

Located in Forney, TX

A scarce very fine quality Napoleon III Period (1852-1870) gilt bronze ormolu mounted inlaid glove box by important Parisian ébéniste Paul Sormani (1817-1877) Exquisitely hand-cra...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Paul Sormani Boxes

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19th Century Burr Amboyna Glove Box by Paul Sormani, 114 Rue du Temple, Paris
19th Century Burr Amboyna Glove Box by Paul Sormani, 114 Rue du Temple, Paris

19th Century Burr Amboyna Glove Box by Paul Sormani, 114 Rue du Temple, Paris

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Paul Sormani Boxes

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Paul Sormani Marquetry Token Box, 19th Century.
Paul Sormani Marquetry Token Box, 19th Century.

Paul Sormani Marquetry Token Box, 19th Century.

By Paul Sormani

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Paul Sormani marquetry token box, 19th century. Precious wood and bone marquetry token box, Napoleon III period, 19th century. H: 10cm, W: 36cm, D: 26cm

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Paul Sormani Boxes

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Bone, Wood

Paul Sormani Fruitwood Box Dedicated to Marie, Dated 1868
Paul Sormani Fruitwood Box Dedicated to Marie, Dated 1868

Paul Sormani Fruitwood Box Dedicated to Marie, Dated 1868

By Paul Sormani

Located in New York, NY

Our fruitwood jewelry chest with bronze mounts and plaque dedicated to Marie comes from the esteemed Parisian cabinet maker, Paul Sormani (1817-1877). Signed and dated on the brass.

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Paul Sormani boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul Sormani boxes are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider boxes by and Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. Prices for Paul Sormani boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,000 and can go as high as $4,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,000.