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)
A Fine Ebony and Inlaid Jewellery box or Casket by Paul Sormani, Paris, c.1860
By Paul Sormani
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Fine Ebony and Inlaid Jewellery box or Casket by Paul Sormani, Paris, c.1860 Of somewhat baroque form, this fine casket is ornamented throughout with inlaid brass strapwork and mo...
Brass
$1,053
H 4.34 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Antique French Silvered & Gilt Jewellery Casket Box AB Paris 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Antique silvered and gilt on copper French jewellery casket, signed AB Paris and Circa 1880 in date. Of rectangular form this wonderful casket is of very high quality and features the lid and sides decorated with relief cast scenic panels...
Copper
Maitland Smith Jewelry Box, Casket Box, Inlaid, Banded, Keepsake Box
By Maitland Smith
Located in Stamford, CT
A Detailed Maitland Smith Jewelry Box of Fine Form having Brass Feet and a fully velour lined interior. The outer casket box having two cent...
Wood
$509
H 2.56 in W 6.3 in D 3.35 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Box Casket H. Matthews 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique Victorian sterling silver jewellery casket / pin cushion bearing the makers mark of H.Matthews, and hallmarks for Birmingham 1899. The hinged lid is fitted with a navy velvet pin cushion...
Sterling Silver
Fine English Inlaid Glove Box
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Wonderful English dome top rosewood and birds eye maple inlaid glove box, wonderful embroidered plush interior, working key, in excellent overall condition. 3.25" high 10" length 3....
Birdseye Maple
French Glass and Ormolu Wedding Casket, circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Glass and ormolu-mounted rectangular casket. Made in France in the 1860s. Perfect original condition with a lovely patina.
Ormolu
$1,189
H 3.04 in W 6.11 in D 6.11 in
Antique Victorian Tunbridge Ware Satinwood Jewellery Box, circa 1850–1860
Located in Nottingham, GB
A fine mid-19th-century English Tunbridge Ware jewellery box, dating to circa 1850–1860 during the Victorian period. Of elegant square form and constructed principally from satinwood...
Satinwood
$1,971
H 4.8 in W 6.25 in D 4.5 in
Carlsbad Bohemian Hardstone Inlaid Rosewood and White Metal Casket Box
Located in London, by appointment only
Bohemia, circa 1870. This exceptional 19th century antique casket originates from Carlsbad, a spa town in the west Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. The town is officially known as Karlovy Vary and gained fame as a destination during the 19th century. Its piping hot springs drew tourists from across Europe to 'take the waters' and their health benefits. The highly figured stones used on this exceptional box were locally sourced and are specific to the hot mineral rich springs of Carlsbad. Close inspection will reveal layer on layer of fine mineral...
Agate, Marble
$1,754
H 5.32 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Gothic Revival Olive Wood With Banded Agate Cabochons Jewellery Casket Box Circa
Located in Norwich, England
A late Victorian Gothic Revival olivewood and banded agate jewellery box with brass mounts. Circa 1880. Veneered in highly figured olivewood, the brass decoration is enriched with i...
Agate, Brass
$1,699
H 3.55 in W 7.49 in D 5.91 in
Antique French Silvered Copper Jewellery Casket Box B Wicker 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Antique silvered copper French Jewellery Casket, engraved by by the famous French engraver B.Wicker, Paris C 1880's. This...
Copper
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.53 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in
Antique Glove Box, Oriental, Inlaid Decorative Casket, Qing Dynasty, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique glove box. An Oriental, mahogany and inlaid decorative Qing dynasty casket, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Exuding refin...
Mahogany
Antique French Cast Brass Jewellery Box / Casket, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful and heavy jewelry box or casket. The rectangular box has a lift off lift with the aide of the folding handle to the centre of the lid. The brass has a slight naturalistic...
Brass
French Glass and Ormolu Wedding Casket, circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Glass and ormolu-mounted octagonal casket. Made in France in the 1860s. Perfect original condition with a lovely patina. Set of two.
Ormolu