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François Linke 1855 - 1946 A fine gilt-bronze mounted kingwood and satiné cube-parquetry side cabinet Paris, circa 1920's, index number 1061
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- François Linke
- bronze, marble, wood
- height 51 3/4 in.; width 32 1/4 in.; depth 15 3/4 in.
- 131.5 cm; 82 cm; 40 cm
surmounted by its original fleur de pêcher marble top, the cupboard door opening to two shelves, the lock has been removed to reveal the Clément Linke stamp and number 1061, the right end side chute signed F. Linke.
Condition
Overall in its original unrestored condition. Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Slight tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. The marble with the usual minor chips to edges, scratches to surface consistent with age and use
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The present lot is offered with François Linke's original bill, dated December 6, 1912 to a Monsieur Rousset, 1 bis Avenue de Bordeaux, Poitiers, France.