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attributed to françois linke A LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED KINGWOOD HEART-SHAPED VITRINE TABLE Paris, circa 1890
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Attributed to François Linke
- kingwood, glass, bronze
- height 28 1/2 in.; width 12 1/2 in.; length 14 1/2 in.
- 72.5 cm; 31.5 cm; 37 cm
the hinged top with beveled glass opening to a velvet-lined interior.
Literature
Christopher Payne, François Linke, pl. 46, p. 56, for an illustration of a table vitrine of the same design and p. 473 for the sketch from the daybook entries
Condition
Overall in good condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places. Surface overall with hairline cracks consistent with age.
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.
Catalogue Note
Compare with a pair of heart shaped tables by François Linke, sold Sotheby's, New York, A Private Collection Vol I, October 26, lot 9, $30,000.