VICTORIAN CHINOISERIE DECORATED LACQUER DAVENPORT DESK: Black lacquered Chinoiserie Davenport desk having an overall painted birds & foliate design. Top opens to reveal a red leather writing surface, 4 slots, 2 lidded compartments, and 1 hidden compartment under pen holder. Writing surface lifts to reveal another compartment. Single drawer resides below. Desk is removable from stand. Approx. 30.5'' h x 18.5'' l x 14.75'' w. Estate of Dr. Peter J. Fischinger, M.D., Ph.D., former Associate Director, National Cancer Institute.
CONDITION: Loss of lacquer & age cracks consistent with age and wear.