Fine French Louis XVI Writing Table, Signed “P. Sormani & Fils,” 19th Century

Item Number: 310

This extremely fine Louis XVI mahogany writing table dates back to the 19th century and features detailed bronze d’ore mounts. The piece is most notably signed by Paul Sormani, one of the most famous cabinet makers, originally from Italy, with a shop in Paris in the 1800s. The signature reads, “P. Sormani & Fils 10 r. Charlot, Paris.” Finally, the piece features an inset leather top with a bronze inlay, as well as fluted Louis XVI legs with bronze feet. It’s a stellar example of Sormani’s craftsmanship and style.

Price: $35,000 view item

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French 18th Century Regence Lyonnaise Commode, Made of Walnut

Item Number: 6824

This 18th century Lyonnaise commode is simply exquisite. The piece is made of walnut in the Regence in style and features three drawers, all with the original bronze d’ore handles and escutcheons. The walnut top is contoured beautifully, and the front, three drawers, scroll feet, and contoured bottom are all beautifully hand carved.

Price: $35,000 discounted from $45,000 view item

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French 19th Century Louis XV Marquetry Commode

Item Number: 1422

This beautiful Louis XV Bombe commode dates back to the 19th century and features elaborately inlaid marquetry work with a floral design that covers the two front drawers as well as both sides. The term bombe is a translation from the French word for ‘curved,’ in this instance of course referring to the beautiful contours seen throughout the piece including the marble top. The piece also features gorgeous drawer pulls, mounts, and shoes. This would make an excellent accent piece to any room.

Price: $15,000 view item

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Pair of French 19th century Onyx Louis XVI Pedestals with Bronze D’Ore Mounts

Item Number: 5805

This pair of Louis XVI column pedestals are made of gorgeous onyx and date back to the 19th century. The pieces are beautifully detailed with bronze d’ore capitals and bases. Its a combination of beautiful marble and exquisite craftsmanship that makes the pair a fantastic addition to any room. Top: 11 1/2" sq x Base: 10 1/2" sq x 42" height

Price: $25,000 pair view item

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Rare Swedish Directoire Chandelier, Circa 1840

Item Number: 6496

This beautiful and incredibly rare Swedish Directoire chandelier is the oldest in our vast collection. The piece dates back to the early 19th century, circa 1840, and features gilded arms, six pierced tole rings draped with ropes of pear shaped crystal beads, delicate long crystals, and plumes of horizontal cylindrical crystals rising up from the main ring. Lastly, the chandelier sports delicate octagonal crystal beads draped from the top of the crown.

Price: $30,000 discounted from $37,500 view item

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19th Century Chinese Coromandel Screen

Item Number: 1296

This Mid 19th century Chinese 8 panel black Coromandel screen features incredible craftsmanship and detail. The panels are embellished on both sides with court figures and buildings emulating life in “The Forbidden City.” As the eye ventures, you can see two men playing a table game, men in a boat fishing, animals throughout, and a gorgeous floral border around the top, bottom, and sides. The details continue with gorgeous flora and fauna, as well as various game birds. Each Panel measures: 15 1/2" wide x 83" tall

Price: $35,000 view item

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19th Century Louis XV Writing Table with Fine Bronze D’Ore Mounts

Item Number: 2813

French 19th century Louis XV satinwood writing table with bronze d’ore mounts and leather top

Price: $30,000 view item

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Set of Four 19th Century Louis XVI Armchairs with Aubusson Tapestry

Item Number: 3014

This Louis XVI set of four square back armchairs feature gilt wood and date back to the 19th century. The hunt set is upholstered in a beautiful Aubusson tapestry with game birds on the backs and animals on the seats. The fluted legs are classic to the Louis XVI style and feature carved round marguerites at fronts & sides. The chairs are available as a pair or set of four.

Price: $20,000 for a pair view item

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Early 19th Century French Barometer, Hand Carved and Gold Leafed

Item Number: 6878

This magnificent French Louis XVI barometer dates back to the 19th century and features a bas-relief medallion, decorative urn at top, vines and tassels on either side. The piece is hand carved and gold leafed with acanthus leaves framing the barometer and acorn finial at bottom.

Price: $12,500 view item

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French Early 19th Century Renaissance Revival Oak Mantel

Item Number: 3721

This early 19th century Renaissance mantel is made of immaculately and heavily carved oak. The piece features a large head in the center with a carved string of flowers draping to the sides, held up by two beautifully detailed full figures on each side. A lyre, violin, and sheet music is featured on the left panel, and a shield on swords rest on the right panel. A patterned carving frames the fireplace, resting below the contoured mantel shelf. 59" wide x 18 1/2" deep x 46" tall; opening 34" tall x 35 1/2" wide

Price: $9,000 view item

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