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
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
Danish Design Teak Dressing Table, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Danish Design Dressing Table What a showpiece! This Danish dressing table is made of teak and is in very good vintage condition. Expertly crafted from high-quality teak and designed ...
Teak
Paul Sormani '1817-1866', Louis XVI Games Table
By Paul Sormani
Located in BARSAC, FR
Paul Sormani (1817-1866) Very elegant mahogany and mahogany veneer games table with a so-called "mouchoir" opening. Square in shape, four legs covered with gilt brass fluting and ha...
Mahogany
$4,635
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
$2,495
H 32 in W 30 in D 18.25 in
Grange Vintage Ltd. Edition Cherry Louis XVI Style Poudreuse Or Dressing Table
By Grange
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Limited edition reproduction of the "Marie-Antoinette" coiffeuse (dressing table) by the French furniture manufacturer Grange. Part of their Meubles Mémoire (Memory Furniture) collec...
Brass
1950s Robert Irwin Louis XVI Burl Walnut Dressing Table / Vanity
By Irwin Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1940s Robert Irwin Co. Furniture Louis XVI Style Burl Walnut Dressing Table / Vanity Measures 52" in width, 20" in depth and 30" in height. knee clearance is 24.5".
Mirror, Fruitwood
Mid Century Louis XVI Style Dressing Table with Lime Green Accents
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
White lacquered mid century Louis XVI style dressing table outlined in lime green accent.
Wood
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
$3,823
H 29.93 in W 33.47 in D 19.69 in
Louis XVI Men's Dressing Table In Cuban Mahogany Stamped Jean-frederic Ratié In
Located in BARSAC, FR
Jean-Frederic Ratié (1755-1838) - Parisian cabinetmaker, was admitted to the mastery on July 15, 1783. Sober and elegant, this men's dressing table made of Cuban mahogany will del...
Carrara Marble
Side Table in Wood and Marble XIXth Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice dresser in wood and black marble dating from the middle of the 19th century. This table is composed by four legs connected by a shelf. The belt is dressed with a drawer. The top...
Marble
$1,803
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
Louis XVI Solid Oak Dressing Vanity Table with Mirror and Marble Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage Solid Oak Dressing Table / Vanity with Marble Top This solid oak piece of furniture can serve as either a dressing or a vanity tabl...
Oak
$1,502
H 6.86 in W 35.83 in D 12.21 in
1950´s Restored Danish Mid-Century Teak Dressing Table with Floating Table Top
Located in Knebel, DK
1950´s Restored Danish Mid-Century Teak Vanity Set with Floating Table Top Fully Restored Danish wall mounted vanity table with floating table top and large wall mounted mirror and ...
Metal
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