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Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Overhead view showing the gilded trim and wood paneling of the desk.
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Close-up of the engraved nameplate on the desk top.
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Close-up of the detailed wood inlay pattern on the desk drawer front.
Close-up of ornate gilded carving on the desk leg.
Close-up of a curved gilded wooden leg.**
Bronze French Paul Sormani Parquetry inlaid walnut desk with ornate brass legs.
Close-up of the drawer front and metal hardware detail of the desk.
Sormani

Bronze-Mounted Writing Desk

$15,995.00

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An exceptionally crafted Louis XV-style bureau plat attributed to the renowned 19th-century Parisian ébéniste, Paul Sormani. This antique desk features rich kingwood and rosewood parquetry inlay in a geometric pattern across its serpentine front and curved drawers. It is adorned with finely chased ormolu mounts, including decorative acanthus flourishes, drawer escutcheons, and saber feet (sabots). The writing surface is covered in beautifully patinated leather, framed by a gilt-trimmed border. This piece represents museum-level French craftsmanship and historical luxury.

  • Louis XV style
  • Bronze-mounted ormolu accents
  • Kingwood and rosewood parquetry inlay
  • Patinated leather writing surface
  • Serpentine front and curved cabriole legs

Details

Category
Desks
Furniture Fixture Features
Drawers
Leg Material
Walnut wood
Frame Material
Walnut wood
Tabletop Material
Leather
Materials
Walnut, Bronze, Leather
Age
Adult

Questions & answers

How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
This Sormani desk is sold by 1 retailer for $15,995.00. Available at chairish.com.
Is it in stock?
Yes, it's currently in stock.
What are the key features?
Key features include Louis XV style, Bronze-mounted ormolu accents, Kingwood and rosewood parquetry inlay, Patinated leather writing surface, and Serpentine front and curved cabriole legs.
What is it made of?
It's made of walnut, bronze, and leather.
What's its furniture/fixture features?
Its furniture/fixture features is drawers.