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)
Paul Sormani French Late 19th Century Poudreuse Dressing Table Vanity
By Paul Sormani
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Brass label on one drawer- Paul Sormani, Paris. A fine Louis XV style poudreuse, the shaped top with tall side drawers, an adjustable cartouche form mirror, and flour scrolling brass...
Bronze
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...
Ormolu
$4,608
H 74.81 in W 66.74 in D 14.18 in
ANTIQUE FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE DRESSiNG ROOM CONSOLE TABLE FULL LENGTH MIRROR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, Antique Circa 1900-1920 French Louis XVI style full length trifold dr...
Mirror, Wood
$12,500Sale Price|50% Off
H 49 in W 54 in D 26 in
Rare Late 19th Century Dressing Gilt Bronze Mounted Dressing Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Rare Late 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Dressing Table The top lifts to reveal a beautifully fitted and inlaid interior with swing out panels and beveled mirror....
Bronze, Ormolu
$6,178
H 30.71 in W 44.49 in D 12.21 in L 30.71 in
Midcentury Modern Wall-Mounted Oak Dressing Table from Luxus, Sweden, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Cool wall dressing table by Uno and Östen Kristiansson, made from oak. Elegant decorative details in the joinery and the sculpted handles on the drawers. Several drawers in different...
Mirror, Oak
$3,695 / set
H 30.5 in W 108.25 in D 19 in
John Widdicomb MCM Campaign Style 3 Piece Burlwood Dresser and Vanity Set
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Campaign Style 3 Piece Burlwood Dresser and Vanity Set Each of the two cabinets in this set is 36 wide x 19 deep x 30.5 in...
Brass
Art Deco Mahogany Vanity Dresser With Mirror
By Beautility
Located in Pasadena, TX
An Art Deco vanity made by Beautility featuring beautifully grained mahogany and a stylish flowing design. The dresser comprises of mirror, two large drawers,a jewelery drawer and t...
Mahogany
18th century Louis XVI Dressing Table
Located in Belmont, MA
Louis XVI dressing table, France 1780. For the beautiful marquetry, the maker combined two types of veneer: Walnut and kingwood. The dressing...
Kingwood, Walnut
Louis XVI-style Dressing Table In Marquetry, 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis XVI-style dressing table in precious inlaid wood, with a tilting oval mirror. This elegant dressing table stands out for its simple and refined lines, characteristic of the Lo...
Wood
$6,657
H 61.42 in W 44.89 in D 19.69 in
French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Dressing Table with Ormolu Lights, Belle Époque
Located in London, Park Royal
A charming French, Parisienne Louis XVI-style marquetry dressing table from the Belle Époque, with integrated gilt bronze lighting and a refined neoclassical silhouette. Beautifully...
Mirror, Wood
$1,765
H 64.18 in W 43.31 in D 11.03 in
Large Dressing Table with Triptych Mirror, Louis XVI Style, 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and generously proportioned dressing table in the Louis XVI style, distinguished by its refined lines and harmonious proportions. Crafted in wood and enhanced by a beautif...
Wood
19th Century French Cabinet by Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Dallas, TX
Late 19th century the rectangular three-quarter galleried top with eared corners above the conforming case fitted with a fall-front opening to gilt and tooled leather-inset writing s...
Mahogany
$3,495
H 30.75 in W 19.5 in D 49.25 in
Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Provincial Walnut Dressing Table W/ Glass Top
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Provincial Walnut Dressing Table / Vanity With protective Glass Top Measures 49.25" in width, 19.5" in depth and 30.75" in height.
Walnut
19th Century French Vanity Dresser
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century small french vanity dresser. France, circa 1870
Sold
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 11.03 in
Louis XV Style Kidney Shaped Ormolu-Mounted Dressing Table by Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in London, GB
Finely inlaid marquetry with various precious woods, the hinged top with mirror to interior, stamped 'P. Sormani 10 RUE CHARLOT PARIS' Born in the Kingdom of Lombardy, Venice, in ...
Ormolu