P. Sormani French rococo writing desk
Green Leather writing top. Gold painted brass ornamentation everywhere. (L) 51” x (w) 29” x (h) 30”
I don’t know anything about it’s specific history. I was gifted it from a very old seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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Hi Stephen,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Louis XVI style ormolu mounted and marquetry mahogany and satinwood table a ecrire
made by Paul Sormani, 10 Rue Charlot, Paris, third quarter 19th Century
The shaped top inset with gilt embossed green leather over a frame fitted with three shaped long drawers, all raised on tall cabriole legs ending in gilt sabots. Top edge of central drawer bears metal ebeniste's plaque.
30 inches high, 51 inches wide, 29 inches deep
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition with wear commensurate to age and use
PROVENANCE: gift from a St. Paul, Minn., seminary
$2,000-3,000*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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