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Fine Louis XV Style Marquetry Bureau Plat Attributed to François Linke

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A fine and Important Louis XV style Bureau plat attributed to François Linke (1855-1946) after a model by Jean François Oeben. Typical of the work by François Linke, this desk features the finest marquetry on oak frame, showing a geometric tromp l'oeil effect using different essences of wood veneers to created the illusion of three dimensional cubes. The desk is perfectly mounted with finely cast and re-chased bronze decorations, the bronze mounts are gilt with Linke's typical soft matt gilding and the writing surface of the desk is inset with the original tooled leather top retaining a beautiful aged patina. France, Circa 1880.
  • Attributed to:
    François Linke (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 71 in (180.34 cm)Depth: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU875124172992

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