French 19th Century Louis XVI Mahogany, Bronze d’Ore and Glass Cabinet Signed by Paul Sormani

Item Number: 5480

This phenomenal Louis XVI mahogany and glass single door cabinet is classic in its style and timeless in its beauty. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century and is grandly mounted in bronze d’ore. Each section of glass is framed in the gold leafed bronze with marguerites at the top of the large door. Pattern work classic to the Louis XVI style is found at top, with a simple and beautiful ribbon and garland at bottom. A detailed escutcheon is found at center, and the legs are wrapped with bronze d’ore at top, and rest on d’ore feet. The piece features a marble top and is draped with a rose velvet back. The piece is signed by the famous Paul Sormani, an Italian cabinet maker located in Paris known for his incredible detail, craftsmanship and artistry. The signature reads, "Paul Sormani, 10 r Charlot, Paris."

Price: $60,000 discounted from $75,000 view item

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French 18th Century Louis XV Period Oak Armoire

Item Number: 5858

This exquisite and intensely gorgeous Louis XV dark oak armoire from Normandy is adorned with heavy carving of cornucopia in the top center and floriate carving at the top of each door. The French antique period piece dates back to the 18th century and plays host to a carved scroll apron at bottom. The piece is flooded with details in the carving and sports long, hand-chased bronze hinges and beautifully long detailed escutcheons. Finally, the armoire rests on small carved cabriole legs at bottom.

Price: $28,000 discounted from $35,000 view item

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French 18th Century Walnut Buffet de Chasse

Item Number: 6485

A truly exquisite piece, this 18th century buffet de chasse features many eye-catching decorations, alongside a history guaranteed to impress. Elaborate scrolls along the doors show off wood carving characteristic of the Normandy region, while complementary "dotted x" woodworkings showcase that this piece was carved during a Regency period between French kings Louis XIV and Louis XV. Buffets de chasse were typically used as an elaborate display table to show off prizes from successful hunts, and that grandeur would continue to shine through this piece in any entryway. Along with the ornately carved wood elements, this piece is topped with a large, striking slab of gray marble. The original locking mechanism is in place, and impressive.

Price: $75,000 discounted from $90,000 view item

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French 19th Century Louis XV Cabinet with Bronze Mounts and Gorgeous Coromandel Panels

Item Number: 0700

This magnificent Louis XV satinwood cabinet is trimmed with dark wood and mounted with bronze. The french antique piece dates back to the 19th century and features two grilled doors alongside two solid doors fashioned from Coromandel panels. It was fashionable in the 19th century to use coromandel panels as doors, and to work these designs into the construction of French furniture. Final details can be found in the bronze escutcheon on each door and the cabriole legs with bronze mounts upon which the cabinet stands.

Price: $20,000 discounted from $25,000 view item

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Pair of Painted Italian 19th Century Credenzas with Sun and Crescent Moon

Item Number: 6709

Showcasing an unusually large pair of painted Italian two door credenzas made from mid 19th century painted Venetian panels. One door features a turret over sun, the other a turret over crescent moon and stars. The top is painted in a salmon faux marbre and the pair is dated Circa 1850.

Price: $45,000 For the Pair view item

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French 19th Century Transition Satinwood Cabinet

Item Number: 2781

This beautiful 19th Century Transition cabinet is inlaid with a satinwood veneer and is embellished with detailed bronze d’oré mounts most notably on the corners and feet. The French antique piece sports d'oré escutcheon on each of the four doors and a beautiful ornament on the bottom apron. Finally, the cabinet features fine bronze grills on each door and rests on short cabriole legs.

Price: $40,000 discounted from $45,000 view item

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Pair of 19th Century Carved and Gilded Oak Pedestals

Item Number: 579

This gorgeous pair of 19th century carved and gilded oak pedestals are immaculately detailed and well balanced. The French antique pair is adorned with gilded carvings of leaves which cascade down from the shell at top center, towards the base. More carved and gilded acanthus leaves are seen on the two angled corners at bottom, with fluted and raised elements above. The pair is constructed with a plain back making the pair best suited for placement against a wall.

Price: $15,000 pair view item

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French 19th Century Still Life with Floral Garland and Urn

Item Number: 2787

Showcasing a beautiful 19th century still life painting with a garland of flowers cascading down each side of a classic covered urn. The piece offers beautiful shades of maroon, brown and off white hues as a backdrop for the detailed flowers at front. Two columns can be seen in the backdrop to offer a further sense of depth. An almost exact pair is available in our collection as well.

Price: $17,500 each, discounted from $22,500 view item

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