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Rare Francois Linke signed Marble Top Carved Louis XV End Table
$3,995
£3,033.86
€3,485.34
CA$5,632.01
A$5,987.99
CHF 3,238.12
MX$71,228.95
NOK 40,562.10
SEK 37,045.26
DKK 26,036.66
About the Item
This rare François Linke–attributed Louis XV–style occasional table is the sort of object that doesn’t just sit quietly in a room—it clears its throat first, then tells you a story whether you asked for one or not. It’s elegant, yes, but also faintly mischievous, like it knows exactly how good it is and doesn’t feel the need to apologize.
The form is classic Rococo revival, all curves and confidence. The cabriole legs sweep downward with that unmistakable French sense of movement, ending in delicate scroll feet that look less like they touch the floor and more like they’re pausing there temporarily. The apron is richly carved with asymmetrical scrolls, shells, and foliage, all flowing together as if the wood briefly forgot it was solid and decided to behave like water instead.
The surface is topped with a beautifully figured marble slab, softly shaped at the corners and naturally veined. It sits like a calm lake atop a very animated landscape. The marble shows gentle age and patina consistent with time—nothing distracting, just enough to remind you that this table has lived a life and done so with dignity.
Now, about the name that matters.
François Linke (1855–1946) was not merely a cabinetmaker; he was a phenomenon. Born in Bohemia and trained in Vienna, Linke arrived in Paris with a toolbox, a work ethic, and a very clear understanding that French aristocrats expected their furniture to be extraordinary. By the late 19th century, his Paris workshop had become synonymous with the highest level of craftsmanship in the Belle Époque.
Linke’s clients included European royalty, industrial magnates, and elite collectors—people who did not ask the price first. His furniture was shown at the great international exhibitions, including the 1900 Paris Exposition Universelle, where his work caused something of a polite uproar. It was Rococo reborn, but sharper, more confident, and technically flawless. His signature lay not just in design, but in execution: impossibly crisp carving, perfect proportions, and ormolu mounts that looked more like jewelry than hardware.
What makes this table special is that it captures that spirit on a smaller, more intimate scale. It’s not shouting across a ballroom. It’s leaning in close, speaking quietly, and assuming you’re smart enough to listen.
Placed beside a chair, beneath a mirror, or standing alone like a punctuation mark in a well-written room, this Linke table brings history, craftsmanship, and a sense of humor all at once. It’s refined without being stiff, luxurious without being unreasonably precious—and like all great furniture, it improves the room simply by being there.
Measures 28 tall x 18 wide x 15.5 deep.
- Creator:François Linke (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)
- Style:Louis XV (In the Style Of)
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- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition with minor wear and signs of use but nothing obvious.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2091348432272
François Linke
François Linke, the most important French ébéniste of his time. Born in Bohemia in 1855, Linke moved to Paris in 1881 where he established his now-famous workshop and showroom. Linke's superior work spread quickly through France and he soon eclipsed even the finest furniture houses of Paris. Today, Linke is counted among the most important furniture makers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work is dearly coveted by collectors. Linke is celebrated for designing highly innovative furnishings by infusing the Rococo style with the Art Nouveau trends of Paris and this Louis XV style desk exemplifies his highly original style.
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