Jan's & Co. Fine French Antiques - Francois Linke Piano

This is another extraordinary piece by Jan's & Co. Fine French Antiques in Los Angeles, California.

Description:
A Very Fine French Louis XV Style 19th/20th Century Mahogany and Kingwood/Tulipwood Parquetry Ormolu Mounted "ERARD" Grand
Piano Designed by François Linke. The straight strung iron frame movement numbered 80011, the case decorated with geometric panels within foliate and C-scroll encadrements, raised on six cabriole legs headed by shell and C-scroll chutes trailing to scroll sabots.
Signed: F. Linke
Circa: 1900
Length: 7 feet 1 inch (2.16 m)
Width: 56 1/4 inches (1.43 m)

REF: A1133




Linke, François (1855-1946): Considered the finest French cabinet maker of the late 19th and early 20th century. By 1875, Linke who was born in Pankraz Bohemia, had arrived in Paris and established an independent workshop. His early works were mainly copies of important eighteenth century models. Linke received major attention at the Paris Exposition Universelle when he presented his totally new style, of Rococo with the addition of the new 'art nouveau' fluidity. He was awarded the gold medal for his extraordinary Grand Bureau. Linke also exhibited at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, Liege in Belgium, and the Franco-British exhibition in London in 1908. His work has long been admired for its exceptional quality and innovative interpretation of the Louis XV and Art Nouveau styles. Stamp: Engraved signature: "F.Linke", "FL" , "LINKE".

It can also be viewed at http://www.jansantiques.com/Lot/jac1133.html

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[romano78]

Majestic Piece of Art !! Viva la calidad en en la mueblería. Nous manquons La Belle époque.

[anfalagu]

bellisimo

[acortot]

holy cow!