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Late 19th Century 'Sormani' Ormolu Inkwell

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A fine quality late 19th century gilded ormolu desk inkwell, stamped; Sormani, Paris. Having wonderful stylized scrolling foliate and shell like decoration, with a hinged central lid. Measures: 22cm (8.5") wide Paul Sormani (1817-1877) was a preeminent 19th century Italian cabinetmaker (ébéniste) of Lombard-Venetian origin. Having moved to Paris, Sormani established his workshop there in 1847 and soon began producing high quality items of standard and fantasy furniture, which he described as meubles de luxe (‘luxury furniture’).
  • Creator:
    Paul Somani (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XIV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ormolu,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brighton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Batch 41 52670 DZTKN1stDibs: LU1227219188372

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