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Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Bibliotheque, Attributed to François Linke

$48,105.75
£35,000
€40,948.05
CA$66,292.13
A$72,953.82
CHF 38,256.10
MX$885,362.31
NOK 478,195.23
SEK 452,718.42
DKK 305,697.62

About the Item

A Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted bibliotheque, attributed to François Linke. This bookcase is lavishly mounted with ormolu, notably the busts of soldiers to the angles which are known as 'têtes des guerriers antiques'. The doors are quarter veneered with a diamond pattern in precious timber and enclose three adjustable shelves. French, Circa 1890 This impressive bookcase reprises the work of the celebrated Ancien Régime cabinetmaker and sculptor, Charles Cressent (1685-1768).
  • Attributed to:
    François Linke (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 75.2 in (191 cm)Width: 94.89 in (241 cm)Depth: 24.81 in (63 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Wood,Gilt,Parquetry
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brighton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B760511stDibs: LU1028032665252

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