François Linke French, 1855 - 1946 A fine Louis XV style gilt bronze mahogany and satine cube parquetry bed Paris, early 20th Century

stamped FL to the back of one bronze mount

Good overall condition and presentation. Comprises headboard, footboard, and side rails. A few scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use.3 1/2 in. veneer patch to foot board, with surrounding retouching. Some retouching and refinishing to top rail also. Mounts all good condition, with a few minor areas of discoloration and dullness to gilt consistent with age and atmospheric conditions over time. Evidence of three cross rails having been affixed between side rails. One small piece (3 in.) of molding to one rail is loose and will need reaffixing.
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en suite with lot 592.