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attributed to françois linke a gilt-bronze mounted mahogany and oeil de vermeil cube parquetry cylinder desk paris, circa 1890
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Attributed to François Linke
- height 44 1/4 in.; width 50 in.; depth 23 1/2 in.
- 112.5 cm; 127 cm; 59.5 cm
opening to a filling arrangment of small drawers and compartments, gilt-tooled brown leather lined writing slide, five drawers to the frieze.
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, wear and discoloration to carcass, veneers and bronze mounts being consistent with age and use. Slight traces of dirt. The tree tiered gallery with extensive loss to gilding. The leather writing surface with scratches and some stains. Crasks on both sides and some losses of veneer in places
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.