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François Linke 1855 - 1946 A fine gilt bronze mounted and myrtle burr veneered guéridon France, early 20th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- François Linke
- bronze, marble, ambonya
- height 29 1/2 in.; diameter 27 1/2 in.
- 75 cm; 70 cm
surmounted by a breche verte marble top, the frieze fitted with four spring released small drawers, each fronted with scenes of putti at play, signed Linke to one support
Literature
Payne, Christopher, François Linke 1855-1946 The Belle Epoque of French Furniture, Antique Collector’s Club Ltd., Woodbridge, 2003, p. 463, pl. 552 for a black and white photograph of the present model in Linke's saleroom
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places.
The marble with the usual minor chips to edges, scratches to surface consistent with age and use. The green marble top is not original to the piece and is slightly shorter in diameter by a quarter of an inch. Three legs show losses to the myrtle bur veneers.
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.