Russian Neoclassical Walnut and Marquetry Cylinder Desk

late 18th/early 19th century, cylinder door centered by a musical trophy, fitted interior with leather writing surface, configuration of five lower drawers, fluted tapered legs with cuffed feet, 43 x 43-1/2 x 24 in.

Provenance: Hagelstam Auctions, Helsinki, Finland, February 19, 2003, lot 191, purchased for 13,000 EUR; Property from the Collection of Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter
Condition Report: structurally sound, minor warping to top, scattered molding losses throughout, scattered veneer repairs and some veneer lifting, veneer shrinkages throughout, leather recently replaced and separating in one corner, other general wear and imperfections from age and use