- FRENCH LOUIS XV MANNER ORMOLU MOUNTED
FRENCH LOUIS XV MANNER ORMOLU MOUNTED TEA TABLE French Louis XV manner two-tier wooden tea table mounted with ormolu caryatid supports on tapering cabriole legs with ormolu paw feet, in the style of Francois Linke. 40" H x 28" diameter.
- MAISON KRIEGER (PARIS) MAHOGANY VANITY,
MAISON KRIEGER (PARIS) MAHOGANY VANITY, LATE 19TH C.A beautiful French mahogany vanity crafted by Maison Krieger (Paris, fl. 1826-1910) circa the end of the 19th century. Tastefully hand-carved and gilt foliate details and finely cast ormolu drawer pulls. Drawer locks are impressed "MON. KRIEGER AMEUBLEMENT PARIS". Includes its matching side chair. Maison Krieger was a significant creator of fine furnishings in the 19th century, which first rose to prominence at Paris's 1849 Exposition des Produits de l'Industrie. The house was noted as a favorite client of legendary ebiniste Francois Linke in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The vanity measures 64" x 45 1/2" x 25 1/2", and the side chair measures 34 3/4" x 17" x 18 3/4".
Condition
Mild general wear and patina indicative of age. Light scratching to the top surface. One minor wood split near the crest of the mirror. Two minor wood splits to the back of the top deck drawers, not of structural concern and not visible from the front or sides. The chair has a glued leg and no cane seat.
- LOUIS XV STYLE WRITING DESK MANNER FRANCOIS
LOUIS XV STYLE WRITING DESK MANNER FRANCOIS LINKEA bronze mounted Louis XV style leather top writing desk in the manner of Francois Linke. Having figural bronze mounts throughout. Ht: 29" Wd: 64.5" Dpth: 34"
- FRENCH BRONZE MOUNTED MARBLE PEDESTAL
FRENCH BRONZE MOUNTED MARBLE PEDESTAL LINKE 1940A French bronze mounted and marble top pedestal in the manner of Francois Linke circa 1940. Finished on reverse. Ht: 46" Wd: 15" Dpth: 15"
- A LOUIS XVI STYLE BUREAU PLAT, FRANCOIS
A LOUIS XVI STYLE BUREAU PLAT, FRANCOIS LINKEA good quality Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted plum pudding mahogany, and parquetry bureau plat Franois Linke circa 1900 Inscribed F. Linke, with locking compartment to interior of one drawer, one lock removed to reveal CT. Linke SERRURERIE PARIS and numbered 2606. height 29 1/2in (75cm); width 47in (120cm); depth 26in (66cm)Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Malibu, California.Other Notes: Francois Linke (1855-1946) was born in Pankraz, Bohemia, emigrating to France in 1875 where he studied design. By 1900 he was employing ninety craftsmen at his ateliers, at 170 Faubourg Saint-Antoine. His association with sculptor Lon Messag (d.1904) began at this time and their combined talents produced the finest examples of Linke's works. For the 1900 Paris Exposition Universelle, Messag executed all the mounts for the Linke pieces exhibited, which were received with critical acclaim and Linke was awarded the Medaille d'Or.
Condition:
With an overall honey color to the evenly faded, highly figured timber. Very well made. Structurally sound. Typical marks, scratches, rubbing and wear commensurate with age and use. Leather top good, with some spotty scars, water and other staining, as visible in the catalogue photo. Drawer with lockable compartment apparently lacking top for opposing compartment. Mounts with a somewhat brassy tone overall, possibly as the result of being lacquered.
- A LOUIS XVI STYLE SIDE CHAIR, PROBABLY
A LOUIS XVI STYLE SIDE CHAIR, PROBABLY LINKEA Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted mahogany side chair probably Francois Linke circa 1900 The back centered by a lyre form splat above an overstuffed seat, raised on turned tapered fluted legs. height 33 1/2in (86cm); width 17 3/4in (45cm); depth of seat 15 1/2in (39.5cm)Provenance: sold Bonhams, Los Angeles, Property from the Estate of Maria Helen Smith, November 16, 2010, lot 4003.
- A LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED AND
A LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED AND BOIS DE BOUT INLAID...A LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED AND BOIS DE BOUT INLAID TULIPWOOD PEDESTAL, PROBABLY BY FRANCOIS LINKE, PARIS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the serpentine rectangular fleur de pêcher marble top, above a cavetto frieze centering tulipwood inlaid a face within rosewood crossbanding and curling tipped acanthus corner mounts, over a bombé rectangular case centering bois de bout marquetry of long undulating blossoming stems, within matching tulipwood and rosewood inlay within nicely cast "C" scrolled foliage and rocaille embellished bronzes with buds, tapering to molded chutes ending on scrolling acanthus modeled sabots, flanking an arched skirt with a beautifully detailed serpentine dolphin amidst marsh bull rushes and dripping rocaille. Height: 50 1/2" Width: 16 1/2" Depth: 11"
Condition:
Some expected surface wear throughout, including light scratches, some darkened or discolored areas, wood shrinkage age cracks. Gilding is fairly bright and bronzes are in good shape with some missing a few screws. The marble top has surface buildup, some expected marks, small chips, scratches and has been repaired. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
- FRENCH STYLE MAHOGANY PASTRY TABLE HAVING
FRENCH STYLE MAHOGANY PASTRY TABLE HAVING REMOVABLE TOP...French Style Mahogany Pastry Table having removable top marble tray, with bronze gallery, gilt mounts, and handles, in the manor of Francois Linke, height 47 inches, width 33 inches, top 26" x 33", (small crack in large marble).
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- FRANCOIS LINKE FRENCH ORMOLU HINGED
FRANCOIS LINKE FRENCH ORMOLU HINGED TOP SIDE TABLEsotheby's Francois Linke (CZECHOSLOVAKIAN / FRANCE, 1855 - 1946) French ormolu bronze mounted wooden Louis XV style rectangular form parquetry inlaid hinged top table. Has lock and includes key. Has a slide out tray to front. Measures approx.29 1/2" height x 23 1/2" width x 17 1/2" depth. Tray when extended measures approx. 7" depth x 10 1/2" width. Appears in overall condition. Hinges and mechanics in good condition.
- FRANCOIS LINKE FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED
FRANCOIS LINKE FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED COMMODEPurchased from sotheby's Francois Linke (CZECHOSLOVAKIAN / FRANCE, 1855 - 1946) French ormolu bronze mounted wooden three drawer commode completed with rouge marble top. Measures approx. 36" height x 22" width x 14 3/4" depth. Appears in very good condition for age.
- FRANCOIS LINKE FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED
FRANCOIS LINKE FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED GUERIDONPurchased from sothebys Francois Linke (CZECHOSLOVAKIAN / FRANCE, 1855 - 1946) French ormolu bronze mounted wooden round gueridon table completed with rouge marble top. Measures approx. 29 3/4" height x 23 3/4" diameter. One small section of bronze is slightly raised near base of one foot. Otherwise, appears in very good condition for age.
- FINE LOUIS XV STYLE TEA OR DRINKS CABINET
FINE LOUIS XV STYLE TEA OR DRINKS CABINET IN THE MANNER...FINE LOUIS XV STYLE TEA OR DRINKS CABINET IN THE MANNER OF PAUL SORMANI
French, late 19th/early 20th century. In the manner of Francois Linke and Paul Sormani, after a similar model by Jean-Francois Oeben. The marquetry top with its original, bronze-mounted glass tray; the cabinet with convex and bombe sides that open to an interior with brass marquetry, raised on cabriole legs, with fine ormolu handles and mounts.
32 x 31 x 20 in. (81.3 x 78.7 x 50.8 cm.)
Condition:
One side door with loose catch.