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Paul Sormani Cupboards

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
Paul Sormani 'French' Lacquer Louis XVI Style Chinoiseri Wood Cabinet
By Paul Sormani
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Chinoiserie wood cabinet with ormolu mounts and a fitted marble top by Paul Sormani (French, 1817-1877) rectangular two-door cabinet, gilded and lacquer painted panels Measures: H...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Paul Sormani Cupboards

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Paul Sormani 'French' Lacquer Louis XVI Style Chinoiseri Wood Cabinet
Paul Sormani 'French' Lacquer Louis XVI Style Chinoiseri Wood Cabinet

Paul Sormani 'French' Lacquer Louis XVI Style Chinoiseri Wood Cabinet

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A fantastic quality late 19th century Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted Vernis Martin cabinet By Paul Sormani. The upper tier of the cabin...
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Bronze

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Vernis Martin Cabinet by Paul Sormani
Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Vernis Martin Cabinet by Paul Sormani

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Vernis Martin Cabinet by Paul Sormani

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