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.
Find authentic Paul Sormani case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by M.S. Rau)
Wood and Leather Rare Sormani Sofa
By Luigi Sormani
Located in Milano, IT
Delve into the opulent world of vintage design with this stunning Sormani sofa from the 1970s. Crafted during an era renowned for bold, experimental furniture, this piece is a specta...
Leather, Wood
Italian Sofa Model GS-195 by Gianni Songia for Sormani
By Sormani, Gianni Songia
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sofa / daybed by Gianni Songia, model “GS-195” for Sormani, Italy, 1960s. Frame of rosewood, reupholstered with black and white fabric. Adjustable backrest that can easily se...
Fabric, Hardwood
$3,750Sale Price|30% Off
H 26 in W 53.5 in D 22 in
Loveseat Sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Italy, c 1970, Signed
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This newly reupholstered loveseat sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, circa 1970s, features a graceful chrome frame with nubby white bouclé fabric. Signed with 1960s/ 1970s Sormani label as shown in photo gallery. *Note, we have the matching pair of club chairs available in another listing. The graceful frame shares a design quality with Cassina's LC2 / LC3 design by Le Corbusier, as they are 'buckets of cushions' in similar fashion and comfort. However this Sormani sofa features some unique subtle details, such as the slight "twist" in the rear legs (see photos). Signed with a Sormani label, this particular rare design is attributed to Claudio Salocchi. While there were several other famous designers who created works for Sormani in this time period, the style best matches Salocchi's work. For collectors looking for something unique and rare within a collection of 1960s/ 1970s Italian designs, this pair two-seater couch is an amazing opportunity. This Cassina LC2 / LC3 loveseat...
Chrome
Gianni Songia GS195 Sofa / Daybed for Sormani, Italy, 1960s
By Sormani, Gianni Songia
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Model GS195 sofa or daybed designed by Gianni Songia for Sormani in the early 1960s. The design is defined by its architectural rosewood frame and generous leather cushions, with thr...
Leather, Wood
Daybed sofa GS195 by Gianni Songia for Sormani 60s, 70s
By Gianni Songia, Sormani
Located in Padova, IT
Condition: Good condition with small signs of age and use especially on the feet The GS195 sofa, designed by Gianni Songia for Sormani in 1963, is a highly regarded Mid-Century Mode...
Fabric, Wood
$4,187
H 26.38 in W 55.52 in D 31.89 in
Mid-Century Modern Red and Black Sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani
By Sormani
Located in Weesp, NL
Oriole two-seat lounge couch designed in the 1960s by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani. Leather cushions and red lacquered wood. On the left top back corner, there is a tiny spot as can...
Leather, Wood
$13,161
H 24.41 in W 124.02 in D 40.16 in
Italian modern Brown leather modular sofa Paione by Salocchi for Sormani, 1970s
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brown leather modular sofa Paione by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1970s Modular sofa mod. Paione entirely in camel brown leather. The 3 modules are: a rectangular pou...
Leather
$5,743
H 25.6 in W 46.46 in D 33.86 in
Mid-Century Two Seater Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Two Seater Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and Green Fabric - Italy 1960s Claudio Salocchi (born Milan, 1934–2012) was an Italian industrial and furnitu...
Fabric, Wood
$9,811
H 28.35 in W 118.12 in D 35.44 in
4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s
By Luigi Sormani and Casabella Design Miami, Sormani
Located in Arosio, IT
This four-seater, designed in the early 1980s by Luigi Sormani and Casabella Miami for a line of maxi-furniture destined to the United States is a comfortable one-block sofa for a luxury villa. The structure is in a warm gray leather and the fabric was especially made for this series called "Intrigue": a special very light grey silk fabric interwoven with burgundy leather threads. All cushions have grey leather inlays, entirely hand sewn. Julio Iglesias...
Leather, Fabric
$6,389Sale Price|40% Off
H 26.38 in W 80.32 in D 33.47 in
60s Italian design leather sofa bed GS.195 Gianni Songia for Sormani
By Gianni Songia
Located in Milano, MI
Stunning DayBed mod. GS-195 designed in 1963 by Gianni Songia for Sormani. It is a 3-seater Sofa with an adjustable and fold-down Backrest that allows it to be transformed into a com...
Leather, Wood
Italian Sofa with Burlap Bed Mechanism
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s original Italian sofa refurbish and reupholstered with the panna cotta corduroy cotton velvet, and new foam. Sofa and the bed very comfortable .Brass and metal lags when the b...
Brass
Italian Sofa after Marco Zanuso, circa 1960s Divano Sleep-o-Matic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sofa or daybed. New upholstery vintage Bordeaux wine color mohair, brass and metal legs, pule up mechanism handle on the back of the sofa converts the sofa in to the bed. US ...
Metal, Brass
Italian Sofa and the Chair by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma
By Ico Parisi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ico Parisi set 1960s period in original condition. Rosewood base and original Mim upholstery
Rosewood
Vittorio Introini Italian “Chelsea” Chairs for Saporiti Set of 6
By Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six chairs model Chelsea with shaped seat and backrest Produced by Saporiti Italia in 1960s and designed by Vittorio Introini,chairs are in original condition. US continental...
Chrome
Italian 1960s settee by Sergio Asti
By Sergio Asti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sergio Asti was an influential Italian designer known for his contributions to mid-century modern design. A 1960s settee by Sergio Asti would be a highly valuable and sought-after pi...
Leather, Wood
Italian Pair of Lather Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Italian mid century pair of leather chairs. Brand new leather upholstery on the chrome base. Italian design and comfortable seating is epithet of this chairs. shipping to con...
Chrome
