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)
A Fine Art Deco Period Marquetry and Parquetry Jewellery Casket, French c 1920
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Fine Art Deco Period Marquetry and Parquetry Jewellery Casket, Probably French c.1920 This fine jewellery box is of casket form, the interior containing a series of lift-out trays...
Wood, Sycamore
Superb Early Victorian Ebony Collector’s Cabinet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A superb early Victorian ebony collector’s cabinet, of rectangular form with two cupboard doors opening to reveal four short and two long drawers lined...
Ebony
A harewood marquetry tea caddy with Royal Provenance
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A harewood marquetry tea caddy with Royal Provenance, of oval form with a hinged lid opening to reveal two zinc lined compartments, decorated in fruitwood and boxwood marquetry with ...
Hardwood
A late George III mahogany tea caddy
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late George III mahogany tea caddy, of rectangular form the hinged top opening to reveal three compartments with sliding lids, with silver mounts including a foliate scroll handle,...
Mahogany
Regency Brass-Inlaid Ebony Desk Compendium
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Regency brass-inlaid ebony desk compendium of rectangular form with a carrying handle flanked by cut glass inkwells between two pen trays, with a ce...
Brass
A late Victorian box ottoman
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian box ottoman, of rectangular form re-upholstered overall in distressed burgundy leather, the hinged lid deep-buttoned to form a seat, the sides decorated with close-n...
Upholstery
Paul Sormani Marquetry Token Box, 19th Century.
By Paul Sormani
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Paul Sormani marquetry token box, 19th century. Precious wood and bone marquetry token box, Napoleon III period, 19th century. Dimensions : H: 10cm, W: 36cm, D: 26cm Contact us be...
Bone, Wood
19th Century French Marquetry Inlaid and Ebonized Wood Box
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Napoleon III precious wood and marquetry Inlaid and ebonized box. Hinged box top features a central motif of fauna and flowers. Inner box is lined with blue satin padded...
Wood
Antique English Travel Box and Writing Slope with Exceptional Inlay, circa 1850
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a marvelous travel box. The inlay is stunning.
Wood
19th Century Austrian Ebony Jewelry Box by Hermann Ratzersdorfer
By Hermann Ratzersdorfer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century Austrian Ebony Jewelry Box by Hermann Ratzersdorfer. Austrian ebony cabinet with small drawers. Mounted in rock crystal, silver and enamel.
Ebony
Casket for Papers, France, Paris by Paul Sormani, 1866 - 1877
By Paul Sormani
Located in Rīga, LV
Casket for papers, Paul Sormani, France, Paris, 1866 - 1877 Additional Information: Materials: Wood, brass, wood Vintage from the 19th century Artist/Maker: Paul Sormani Artis...
Brass
Wooden box with metal inlay. Possibly french, 19th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Box with metal marquetry. Wood, metal. Possibly French school, 19th century. Has damage. Requires restoration. Rectangular chest with a flat lid that has a dark wood interior decor...
Metal, Other
