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Paul Sormani Exotic Amboyna Work Table
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Exceptional 19th century work table by Parisian ébénist, Paul Sormani.
France, circa 1870
Measures: Width 59cm - 23.25in
Depth 41cm - 16.2in
Height 73cm - 28.75in
- Incredible use of exotic Amboyna Veneer throughout the surface with ebony and brass details.
- The hinged lid opening to a fitted interior with mirrored lid. Above a slide basket
- Exceptional and extremely rare mechanical lock.
- Signed Paul Sormani
Paul Sormani (1817-1877), was a Parisian ébénist of fine 'meubles de luxe'. His work was described in the catalogue of the 1867 Exposition Universelle as: 'toute sa production révèle une qualité d'exécution de tout premier ordre' (all of his production reveals a quality of execution all of the first order')
Indeed, this was true. Paul Sormani's inspiration for the furniture he produced was based firmly in the finest 18th-century models. Taking particular reference from the reign of Louis XVI and Neo-Classicism. Notably, his work is of such a level of perfection that he exceeded the furniture of the 18th-century masters.
He is perhaps the best known and most revered Parisian ébénist of the late 19th century.
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- Creator:Paul Somani (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 23.23 in (59 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)
- Style:Napoleon III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU120429368583
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