A Very Fine Quality Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Marquetry Cabinet by F. Linke

A French ormolu-mounted kingwood, bois de bout and satin marquetry, brèche violette marble top, decorated with loose floral sprays and a 'crab-like' acanthus clasp. Six spring activated drawers and a concealed long drawer. Slight cabriole legs joined by a lower galleried tier and paneled back, the lock-plate stamped CT LINKE/SERRURERIE/PARIS.

An example of this delicately-inlaid cabinet is illustrated in situ at Linke's family apartment on Quai Henri IV in Paris, which was undoubtedly 'the height of luxury' in comparison with their Faubourg residence (C. Payne, François Linke: The Belle Epoque of French Furniture, Woodbridge, 2003, p. 299).

Maker: François Linke
Date: 19th century
Origin: French
Measurement: 61 in. x 35 ½ in.