François Linke 1855 - 1946 A Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted kingwood and brown onyx guéridon Paris, late 19th century, variant to index number 146

all corner mounts removed to reveal the mark FL from the bronze master model

Overall in good and fair condition with the usual minor scratches, dents and nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. The bronze mounts have retained their original gilding, but as consistent with age, use and environmental and atmospheric conditions, one can see light wear to high reliefs and light dirt to crevices in places. There are light scratches to the onyx top which are consistent with placing objects.
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