19th Century French Paul Sormani Cylinder Writing Desk
19th century French Paul Sormani cylinder writing desk in walnut Offered for sale is a 19th century French walnut miniature cylinder writing desk with brass mountings and a tooled leather writing surface. The Tambor cylinder automatically opens when you pull the drawer open. The upper writing surface pulls forward to reveal storage below three small drawers. The desk is supported by tapered fluted legs with brass capitals and brass feet. Paul Sorman (1817-1877) was born in Lombardy, Venice. A master cabinet maker, Sorman specialized in reproducing styles of the Louis XV and XVI. His career flourished and upon his death, his studio was named 'Veuve Paul Sormani & Fils' as it was taken over by his widow, Ursule-Marie-Philippine Bouvaist, and their son, Paul-Charles Sormani. After merging with Thiébaut Frères in 1914, the business continued until 1934.
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Creator
Paul Sormani (Maker)
Place of Origin
France
Date of Manufacture
Late 19th Century
Period
Late 19th Century
Materials and Techniques
Brass,Leather,Walnut
Condition
Good
Condition Details
vintage wear commensurate with age including spots to the leather and tarnish to the brass trim mostly on the side rails and feet
Wear
Wear consistent with age and use.
Dimensions
H 34 in. x W 26.75 in. x D 15.75 in.H 86.36 cm x W 67.95 cm x D 40.01 cm
Reserve: $5,200.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $280.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Florida
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19th century French Paul Sormani cylinder writing desk in walnut Offered for sale is a 19th century French walnut miniature cylinder writing desk with brass mountings and a tooled leather writing surface. The Tambor cylinder automatically opens when you pull the drawer open. The upper writing surface pulls forward to reveal storage below three small drawers. The desk is supported by tapered fluted legs with brass capitals and brass feet. Paul Sorman (1817-1877) was born in Lombardy, Venice. A master cabinet maker, Sorman specialized in reproducing styles of the Louis XV and XVI. His career flourished and upon his death, his studio was named 'Veuve Paul Sormani & Fils' as it was taken over by his widow, Ursule-Marie-Philippine Bouvaist, and their son, Paul-Charles Sormani. After merging with Thiébaut Frères in 1914, the business continued until 1934.
Details
Creator
Paul Sormani (Maker)
Place of Origin
France
Date of Manufacture
Late 19th Century
Period
Late 19th Century
Materials and Techniques
Brass,Leather,Walnut
Condition
Good
Condition Details
vintage wear commensurate with age including spots to the leather and tarnish to the brass trim mostly on the side rails and feet
Wear
Wear consistent with age and use.
Dimensions
H 34 in. x W 26.75 in. x D 15.75 in.H 86.36 cm x W 67.95 cm x D 40.01 cm
Reserve: $5,200.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $280.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Florida
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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