Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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
Office Cabinet Signed Sormani. (Paris)
By Paul Sormani
Located in CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
Ve P Sormani and sons. Office cabinet in black leather and silver metal ornamentation.
It opens with two doors revealing a mail kit, a writing desk, lockers, the...
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1880s French Louis XIV Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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Antique Paul Sormani Signed Parisian Napoleon III Period Glove Box
By Paul Sormani
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce very fine quality Napoleon III Period (1852-1870) gilt bronze ormolu mounted inlaid glove box by important Parisian ébéniste Paul Sormani (1817-1877)
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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Brass, Ormolu
Paul Sormani Fruitwood Box Dedicated to Marie, Dated 1868
By Paul Sormani
Located in New York, NY
Our fruitwood jewelry chest with bronze mounts and plaque dedicated to Marie comes from the esteemed Parisian cabinet maker, Paul Sormani (1817-1877). Signed and dated on the brass.
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
Materials
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Pair of French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Marble and Ormolu Urns
By Paul Sormani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality true pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Brèche Verte d'Egypte marble and ormolu lidded urns, signed 'SORMANI PARIS'. ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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Marble, Ormolu
Fine Pair of Louis XV Style Marble Ewers by Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine pair of Louis XV Style gilt-bronze mounted marble Ewers, by Paul Sormani.
Each ewer stamped to the underside ‘P.S.’ for Paul Sormani.
Each e...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Encrier by Paul Sormani, French c 1870
By Paul Sormani
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Rare Louis XV Style gilt bronze Encrier, By Paul Sormani.
French, circa 1870.
Signed 'P. Sormani, Paris' to the underside of the cover.
Thi...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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Fine Late 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in New York, NY
A very fine late 19th century Louis XV style gilt bronze Cartel clock
by Paul Sormani.
The all bronze clock with wonderful foliage designs and a large cherub above the dial.
Signe...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Paul Sormani Decorative Objects
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Paul Sormani decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul Sormani decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paul Sormani decorative objects, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Paul Sormani were created in the louis xv style in france during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Boin-Taburet, Eugene-Antoine Aizelin, and Henry Cahieux and Ferdinand Barbedienne. Prices for Paul Sormani decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,999 and can go as high as $32,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,946.
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