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François Linke and the Rococo Revival

Result EUR199,390
Published on , by Sophie Reyssat
Auction on 26 September 2021 - 14:00 (CEST) - Galerie des Chevau-Légers, 6 bis, avenue de Sceaux - 78000 Versailles

Well-known for his top-quality furniture, the 1900s cabinetmaker still holds great appeal.

François Linke (1855-1943), flat desk inlaid with leaves on all sides within purfling... François Linke and the Rococo Revival

François Linke (1855-1943), flat desk inlaid with leaves on all sides within purfling frames, the top inlaid with a lattice pattern, with two drawers in the apron and two false drawers, rich gilt bronze ornamentation, signed "F. LINKE", 79 x 177 x 95 cm/31.1 x 69.7 x 37.4 in.
Result: €199,390

François Linke's popularity is on the rise as witnessed by this desk that was expected to fetch no more than €20,000 and finally sold for €199,390 after a fierce battle. The piece is emblematic of the highly…
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Sunday 26 September 2021 - 14:00 (CEST) - Live
Galerie des Chevau-Légers, 6 bis, avenue de Sceaux - 78000 Versailles
Chevau-Legers Enchères