Fine Furniture, Sculpture & Decorative Accessories from Important Collections, including the Beaverbrook Gallery

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LOT 430

Lot 430

Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century

Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
Lot 430 Details
Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century

each side with seven drawers having central locking mechanism, each end with additional 'chart' drawer under the rectangular top, all raised on cabariole legs with hoof form sabots
30 x 66 x 43 in — 76.2 x 167.6 x 109.2 cm

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $19,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
  • Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
  • Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
  • Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
  • Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
  • Large François Linke Ormolu Mounted Rosewood and Burl Walnut 'Bureau Plat' Partner's Desk, Paris, early 20th century
Provenance:

The Beaverbrook Art Gallery, Fredericton, N.B.
Estate of Charles Hosmer, Hosmer House, Montreal, thence by decent through the family.

Exhibited:

Montreal Museum of Fine Art

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially very good condition with some very minor losses and lifting to inlay typical of Boulle work. See images.

LOT 430
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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