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Paul Sormani Vanities

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 Late 19th Century Podreuse
By Paul Sormani
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Brass label on one drawer- Paul Sormani, Paris. A fine Louis XV style podreuse, the shaped top with tall side drawers, an adjustable cartouche form mirror, and flour scrolling brass ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Paul Sormani Vanities

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Bronze

Paul Sormani French Late 19th Century Podreuse
Paul Sormani French Late 19th Century Podreuse

Paul Sormani French Late 19th Century Podreuse

$18,895
Louis XVI Dressing Table by Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in New Orleans, LA
Eloquent marquetry and faithful interpretation of the Louis XVI taste characterize this beautiful 19th century dressing table by Paul Sorma...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Paul Sormani Vanities

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Ormolu

Louis XVI Dressing Table by Paul Sormani
Louis XVI Dressing Table by Paul Sormani

Louis XVI Dressing Table by Paul Sormani

$54,500
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Paul Sormani vanities for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul Sormani vanities 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 vanities, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vanities by Paul Sormani were created in the Louis XVI style in france during the 19th century. Prices for Paul Sormani vanities can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $30,000 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $39,250.

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