Francoise Linke Signed Bombe Commode, Late 19th Century
About the Item
- Creator:François Linke (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 58.27 in (148 cm)Depth: 24.41 in (62 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Brighton, GB
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François Linke
François Linke, the most important French ébéniste of his time. Born in Bohemia in 1855, Linke moved to Paris in 1881 where he established his now-famous workshop and showroom. Linke's superior work spread quickly through France and he soon eclipsed even the finest furniture houses of Paris. Today, Linke is counted among the most important furniture makers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work is dearly coveted by collectors. Linke is celebrated for designing highly innovative furnishings by infusing the Rococo style with the Art Nouveau trends of Paris and this Louis XV style desk exemplifies his highly original style.
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