Wooden Bench made from 1893 F.W. Wheeler Shipwreck

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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.

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