Description:
Paul Sormani Louis XV-style Kingwood-veneered Table a Jeu, France, late 19th century, oak secondary wood, top of four triangular sections open to form square gaming surface, single drawer with bail pull, apron decorated with modeled masks, cabriole legs with masks and grapevines at knees ending in sabot feet, lock plate "Made by P. Sormani Paris for Geo. A. Glaenzer & Co. N.Y.," ht. 29 1/2, 23 x 23, open 31 3/4 x 31 3/4 in.
Note: George A. Glaenzer (1848-1915) was a New York-based decorative painter and decorator whose clients included Frederick William Vanderbilt.
Estimate $700-900
Several small areas of veneer lose. Scattered stains to top.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Frederick William Vanderbilt, George A. Glaenzer, Paul Sormani Louis, Paris, France
Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203

Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.