François Linke 1900 World Fair Exhibition Winner in Paris, France
 
This extravagant writing desk, or bureau plat, exemplifies the opulent Louis XV revival style popular during the late 1800s. Crafted from rich mahogany and adorned with intricate gilt bronze mounts, the piece features mythological and allegorical figures, including reclining muses, garlands, and lion masks. The central bronze relief depicts a classical pastoral scene, framed by lush ornamentation and flanked by sculpted female figures.
 
Intended as both a functional object and a statement of taste and wealth, this desk would have graced the salon or library of a grand European residence, reflecting the 19th-century fascination with Rococo luxury and artisanal mastery.
 
 
Dimensions: 62” High, 72” Long, 41” Deep