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François Linke 1855 - 1946 A Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted mahogany and satiné cube parquetry cylinder desk in the manner of Jean Henry Riesener France, late 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- François Linke
- mahogany, bronze, leather
- height 41¼ in.; width 31¾ in.; depth 20¾ in.
- 104.7 cm; 80.7 cm; 52.7 cm
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, April 27, 2006, lot 162
Condition
Overall with the usual minor nicks, dent, scratches to veneer consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt bronze. The lock escutcheon of the cylinder has a brighter color than the rest of the bronze and we suspect it has been regilded. There is no gilding left to the gallery, consistent with extensive cleaning. The pullout writing surface show restored cracks to both sides with brown varnish coating to hide the cracks. The green leather with the usual scratches and nicks consistent wtih use. Tarnishing and dirt to gilt bronze mounts.
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.