Louis XV Desk Attributed to “Sormani” with Bronze D’Ore Mounts

Item Number: 6625

This French Louis XV marquetry bureau plat dates back to the 19th century and is attributed to the artist "Sormani". Born in Venice and working in Paris, Paul Sormani was one of the most gifted craftsmen in the 1800s. The large writing desk features exquisite bronze d'ore mounts. Note the work from the table legs to the muses facing the writer, the handle and key as well as the framework on the top. The piece features a leather, gold tooled writing surface and is in fantastic shape.

Price: $95,000 view item

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Chinese Rose Medallion Lamp, 19th Century

Item Number: 0436

This unique Chinese Rose Medallion lamp features a celadon background and dates back to the 19th century. The piece is adorned with pristine bronze d’ore mounts added by the French, and has beautiful raised elements original to the lamp. The piece was originally a base for an oil lamp and has been converted to electricity.

Price: $6,250 view item

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19th Century Louis XVI Baccarat Crystal and Bronze D’Ore Chandelier with Rare Rectangular Crystal Prisms

Item Number: 4928

This beautiful Louis XVI bronze d’ore chandelier dates back to the 19th century and is most notably heavily laden with Baccarat crystal. The crown is draped with ropes of octagon-shaped Baccarat crystal, and heavy crystal teardrops hang from each outreaching leaf. Venturing lower on the two-tier piece, note the chased bronze d'ore candle cups, drippers and bobeches featuring rare rectangular-shaped crystal prisms. The ornate lower-tier is draped with ropes of octagon-shaped Baccarat crystal, hung with plaquettes of varied shapes, and finally, finished with a large crystal ball finial.

Price: $125,000 view item

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Heavily Carved and Painted French Boisserie Circa 1740

Item Number: 6777

This beautiful heavily carved French Boisserie dates back to approximately 1740. The piece is a striking example of craftsmanship as it features intensely gorgeous hand carvings throughout including an elaborate cornice, pilasters with capitals at the center and each end, and bracket shelves on either side. Lastly, the piece features three shelves in the center, with a fourth hidden hinged shelf below. The 18th Century piece would be a stately and awe inspiring addition to any room.

Price: $45,000 Final Price, discounted from $95,000 view item

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French 19th Century Louis XVI Carved Gold Leaf Salon Set with Fine French Silk

Item Number: 6735

This impressive Louis XVI salon set contains a beautifully carved sofa and two armchairs. The pieces are covered in rich gold leaf and upholstered with light green, patterned fine French silk. Armchairs : 44" tall x 24" wide x 28" deep Sofa: 61" long x 44 3/4" tall x 31" deep

Price: $25,000 pair of chairs $15,000 sofa $10,000 view item

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18th Century Hand Painted Italian Cabinet with Original Glass

Item Number: 6676

This magnificent Italian 18th century cabinet is beautifully painted and comes to the store from Bologna. On the lower portion, the piece has 4 doors covered in a detailed heraldic design. The top portion features 4 doors as well, incredibly with the original glass still intact. The interior features five shelves and is painted throughout.

Price: $70,000 discounted from $90,000 view item

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Napoleon III Bronze D’Ore Chandelier with Cherub and Acanthus Leaves

Item Number: 6348

This exquisite French 19th century Napoleon III chandelier features intense and beautifully radiant bronze d’ore. The piece is adorned with acanthus leaves; note the movement on the arms, growing to the top, and the flower bulb like candle cups. Lastly, a bronze d’ore cherub is seen in the center holding a sickle, a symbol of bounty in harvest.

Price: $47,500 discounted from $60,000 view item

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18th century Regence Lyonnaise Walnut Commode with Original Bronze Handles and Escutcheons

Item Number: 6765

This rare and unusual Lyonnaise commode dates back to the 18th century and is made of beautifully carved walnut. The piece features five drawers with the original bronze handles and escutcheons. The top row features a secret center drawer that opens only when the flanking drawers are ajar. The carved walnut and bronze casting combines to display balance and beautiful craftsmanship.

Price: $60,000 view item

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Napoleon III Server with Exquisite Marquetry, Heavily Chased Bronze, and Breche Violette Marble

Item Number: 6801

This exquisite Napoleon III two door server features heavily chased bronze d'ore mounts and dates back to the 19th century. The piece in which it is modeled after was designed in the 18th century for the King’s Library at the Palace of Versailles, and in fact remains at the palace still. The marquetry is finely detailed, the center featuring tulip wood, a slightly green wood commonly known as tulip or yellow poplar, satin wood, and pear wood all together combining to show the flower motif and urn on its side. Finally, the top is made of breche violet marble.

Price: $95,000 view item

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19th Century Louis XV Baccarat Crystal Chandelier

Item Number: 183x

This French 19th century two tier 18 light Baccarat Crystal Chandelier is truly magnificent. The chandelier features cut crystal arms, a cut crystal center, and marked Baccarat on each crystal bobeche. The bottom crystal bowl is also marked Baccarat and is adorned with crystal prisms.

Price: $125,000 view item

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