Decorative Arts and Design

November 2328, 2019
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LOT 167

Lot 167

François Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Parquetry Bureau de Dame, c.1900

François Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Parquetry Bureau de Dame, c.1900
Lot 167 Details
François Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Parquetry Bureau de Dame, c.1900

signed, of overall bombé form, the floral basket inlaid hinged top opening to interior fitted with five drawers over a tooled baize writing surface, with rocaille appliqués overall
38 x 33.7 x 20.25 in — 96.5 x 85.5 x 51.4 cm

Estimate $20,000-$30,000

Realised: $18,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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François Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Parquetry Bureau de Dame, c.1900
  • François Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Parquetry Bureau de Dame, c.1900
  • François Linke Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Parquetry Bureau de Dame, c.1900

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good condition with some veneer loss. Key present, but broken.

LOT 167
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  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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