Paul-Charles Sormani b. 1848 A Transitional style gilt-bronze mounted kingwood and Chinese coromandel lacquer vitrine cabinet Paris, last quarter 19th century

surmounted by a Sarrancolin marble top, each cupboard opening to three shelves, engraved metallic plaque inscribed PAUL SORMANI PARIS / 10, rue charlot to reverse of the central door

Overall in good condition and presentation with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. Light craquelure to Coromandel lacquer. The marble with the usual minute chips to edges, light scratches to surface consistent with age and use due to placing object on top.
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For a note on Paul-Charles Sormani, please see lot 25 in the present sale.