François Linke (1855-1946) born in Pankraz, Bohemia, is considered by many as the greatest Parisian cabinetmaker of his day, at a time when the worldwide influence of French fashion was at its height. The ancien régime has always been the greatest source of inspiration for artistic design in France and, influenced amongst others by the de Goncourt brothers, the Louis XV and Louis XVI styles were revived to wide popular appeal. During the Second Empire these styles were so eclectic that they became debased. Linke wanted to create a fresh new style and his association with the enigmatic sculptor Léon Messagé resulted in a highly original series of designs, based on the Rococo style fused with the latest fashion in Paris, l’Art Nouveau. This style, known as le style Linke, was received with critical acclaim at the 1900 exhibition and remains popular today amongst the worldwide clientele for Linke’s exquisitely made furniture.
Measures: Height 21 5/8 inches (55 cm)
Width 28 1/8 inches (71.5 cm)
Depth 20 inches (50.8 cm)
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Similar to:François Linke (Cabinetmaker)
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Dimensions:Height: 21.63 in (54.95 cm)Width: 28.13 in (71.46 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
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Style:Belle Époque(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:FruitwoodMahoganyMarbleOrmoluTulipwoodCarvedGiltMarquetry
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Place of Origin:France
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Period:1900-1909
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
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Condition:GoodRefinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A truly beautiful and rare low-table having recently been refinished. Fine quality marquetry and ormolu with its original gilt. The marble top has some minimal edge chippings due to age and use. Please view all images.
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Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
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Reference Number:Seller: Ref.: A2399 Seller: LU1796214646592
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