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)
Édouard LIÈVRE, Paul SORMANI, Neo-Renaissance ceremonial sideboard and buffet
By Paul Sormani, Edouard Lievre
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Description Designed by Édouard Lièvre, this sideboard and serving trolley represent a masterpiece of the neo-Renaissance style. Their rediscovery represents a major event in the fie...
Marble, Bronze
$2,800Sale Price|30% Off
H 95.5 in W 59.5 in D 21.5 in
Antique French Renaissance Revival Walnut Buffet Cabinet Cupboard Hutch 96"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Renaissance / Henry II style walnut buffet a deux corps / vaisselier / cupboard / cabinet / hutch featuring Neoclassical carved f...
Walnut
19th Century French Renaissance Henry II Walnut Buffet
Located in Forney, TX
A most impressive antique, circa 1880, French carved walnut marble-top top buffet- sideboard server with nicely aged patina. Born in France during the late 19th century Renaissance Revival, hand-crafted of warm, rich solid walnut, exceptionally executed in 16th century King Henry II...
Marble, Brass
$6,890
H 93.25 in W 59 in D 24.25 in
19th Century French Renaissance-Style Buffet a Deux Corps in Walnut
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A Belle Époque French buffet a deux corps in a medium, brown-colored walnut. This very beautiful Renaissance-style buffet features exceptional carvings of urns, flowers & foliage tha...
Brass
19th Century Flemish Renaissance Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Flemish Renaissance Buffet was hand-crafted from solid oak, and features the unique molding designs of the region, creating a diamond...
Bronze
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Vaisselier Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Hunt Vaisselier Buffet was artistically sculpted to celebrate the bounty of the earth, and perform a display, serving...
Oak
$6,995
H 38.8 in W 100.2 in D 25.5 in
19th Century English Renaissance Revival Wooden Buffet in Original Patina
Located in High Point, NC
A grand 19th Century English Renaissance Revival buffet showcasing the ornate craftsmanship of its era. This piece is constructed from richly grained wood with a deep, warm patina th...
Wood
19th Century French Renaissance Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Buffet is ideal for the Old World decor! Hand-crafted and carved from old-growth oak, it features a rugged, intricate design including carved edging ...
Oak
$4,700
H 85 in W 56 in D 24 in
Antique French Buffet Server Sideboard Buffet Barley Twist Honey Oak 3-Tier 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
SUPERB 19th Century Antique French Honey Oak 3-Tier Server Sideboard Buffet Cabinet Bookcase~~ c. 1870s This is only one of multiple exquisite pieces recently received from our European shipper~~wonderful hand-carved oak pieces in the highly sought after Black Forest, Gothic, Renaissance Revival and Barley Twist styles~~19th century and in unbelievably spectacular condition! If you're looking for that special and unique "statement piece" for your home or office, please view these items in our inventory! HIGHLY CARVED lion's mask crown~~exquisite corbel supports with carved backsplash, and carved edge shelves Three tiers~~perfect for displaying your favorite Majolica, Imari, Staffordshire or other antique collectibles Two hand cut, dovetailed drawers with carved vine pulls over lower double door cabinet~~original key included~~ cartouche carved center and door medallions...
Oak
Early 19th Century Italian Walnut Renaissance Revival Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 19th Century Italian Walnut Renaissance Revival Buffet is a superlative combination of classical architecture inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans melded with stylish embe...
Walnut
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Buffet represents a spectacular example of the glorious revival of the Renaissance that occurred during the middle of the century all acr...
Oak
19th Century French Renaissance Marble Top Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
Originally created for a Normandy château, this remarkable 19th century French buffet is a richly sculpted statement in the Renaissance Revival style, with all the presence, artistry...
Marble, Brass
$4,750
H 92 in W 57 in D 24 in
French Renaissance Style Buffet a Deux Corps in Carved Walnut, circa 1880
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A lovely Belle Époque buffet in walnut in the style of Henri II of France with carvings of putti on the upper door panels, one holding a sickle and a bundle of wheat, and the other r...
Walnut
19th Century Antique French Sormani Walnut Marble Top Buffet
By Paul Sormani
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-crafted by Parisian artisans around the middle of the Belle Epoch period, this grand and elegant antique French buffet features remarkable craftsmanship. Topped with its origina...