A French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Kingwood, Tulipwood, ormolu and Brèche de Baixas marble commode attributed to Paul Sormani
An exquisite and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Kingwood, Tulipwood, ormolu and Brèche de Baixas marble commode attributed to Paul Sormani. The unique three drawer chest is raised by extremely elegant circular tapered... — Read More
An exquisite and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Belle Époque period Kingwood, Tulipwood, ormolu and Brèche de Baixas marble commode attributed to Paul Sormani. The unique three drawer chest is raised by extremely elegant circular tapered legs with fine ormolu sabots and mottled top caps. Above the arbalest shaped frieze are two central sans traverse (without crossbar) drawers showcasing the cabinet maker's high skill set and each decorated with a striking central oval reserve of intricately detailed floral marquetry spreading over both drawers and framed within a beautiful Coeur de Rai designed ormolu band with a charming tied ribbon. At each side are berried laurel ormolu pulls set on an exceptional parquetry à la reine designed background also repeated at each curved side both framed within a richly chased foliate ormolu wrap around band. The top drawer displays a stunning and most impressive fitted ormolu plaque of interlocking geometric designs and rosettes with a beautiful central circular foliate pull and flanked by richly chased statement making scrolled acanthus leaf corner mounts in a superb satin and burnished finished. Above is the original Brèche de Baixas marble top with a fine mottled border.
Paul Sormani (1817-1877) One of the most renowned 19th century French cabinet makers and Bronzier of the highest quality. Paul Sormani established his firm in 1847 at 7 Cimetiere Saint-Nicolas in Paris. Sormani participated in major international exhibitions of 1855, 1862 and 1867. Awarded a bronze medal in 1849 and a first-class medal in 1855. At the Universal Exhibition of 1867, his work has been described as “A quality of workmanship of the highest order". — Read Less
- Item # 12162
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H: 35 in L: 39.25 in D: 21.25 in
H: 89 cm L: 100 cm D: 54 cm
- France
- 19th Century
- Kingwood, Marble/Stone, Ormolu, Tulipwood
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Belle Époque Period Read More,
Louis XVI st. Read More
(Belle Époque Period) -
Gaining its name from the optimistic and peaceful period of time between 1871 and World War I, Belle Epoque means “beautiful period”, and occurred during the era of the Third French Republic. This period of economic, colonial, and scientific prosperity brought with it a flourishing artistic climate with numerous literal, musical, theatrical, and visual masterpieces being created.
The Eiffel Tower, which was constructed between 1887 and 1889, served as the entrance to the World’s Fair held in Paris. That same year, the Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris was founded and showcased the now more mainstream styles of performance including can-can dancing. Belle Epoque dancers and singers were Paris celebrities and became immortalized by the poster arts of Toulouse-Lautrec.
Leading up to this period in 1865, the American Civil War was coming to a close, with France proposing to construct the Statue of Liberty as a joint effort with the United States. France would be responsible for the statue, with America constructing the pedestal. Created to celebrate the nation’s success in building a viable democracy, the statue would stand as a symbol of friendship between the French and American people.
(Louis XVI st.) -
Also known as Louis Seize, Louis XVI's style is a style of architecture, furniture, decoration, and art created during Louis XVI’s 19-year reign in France, just before the French Revolution.
Thought to be a reaction and juxtaposition to the prior more elaborate styles, Louis XVI style developed at the end of the Baroque Period and continued until the birth of French Neoclassicism.
King Louis XVI showed little enthusiasm for the old world styles of the Baroque Period and he sought out a create a new “beau ideal” that focused on the purity and grandeur of Ancient Romans and Greeks.
Inspired by Ancient Roman architecture and art, distinct features of the Louis XVI style are linear lines, small repeated motifs, floral medallions hanging from ribbons, acanthus leaves, urns, dolphins, ram, and lion heads, and griffins.
Greco-Roman elements, often used in earlier and later French styles, were also quick common and included fluted and twisted columns, Caryathids, and corbels.
- Paul Sormani Read More
Paul Sormani (1817-1877) One of the most renowned 19th century French cabinet maker and Bronzier of the highest quality. Paul Sormani established his firm in 1847 at 7 Cimetiere Saint-Nicolas in Paris. Sormani participated in major international exhibitions of 1855, 1862 and 1867. Awarded a bronze medal in 1849 and a first-class medal in 1855. At the Universal Exhibition of 1867, his work has been described as “A quality of workmanship of the highest order".
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