Wooden Bench made from 1893 F.W. Wheeler Shipwreck

By CMcCarty, 15 April, 2023
Description

This is a beautifully finished solid wooden bench made from wood from the Shipwreck of the F.W. Wheeler in Lake Michigan in 1893. The bench was made by E. Leet woodworking and has a plaque embedded with that information. It's 55.5" wide, 14" deep, and 20" tall.

Category
American Furniture
Medium
Shipwrecked Wood
Distinguishing marks
F.W. Wheeler made by E. Leet Woodworking
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
55.5" Wide, 14" Deep, and 20" Tall
Date Period
1893
History
Piece was found in the estate of an antique collector. Beautifully finished with wood salvaged from the shipwreck of the F.W. Wheeler on Lake Michigan in 1893.
For Sale?
No
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