Lot # 83 - Vintage Solid Wood Captain’s Style Desk-Lift Top

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
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Start Date/Time: 03-Sep-2024 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 10-Sep-2024 8:22:00 PM
Current bid:

$90.00

Highest bidder:

JANP

Auction has ended

Description :

This Vintage Captain’s Desk is crafted from rich, dark mahogany, known for its durability and fine grain. The desk features a sloped, hinged writing surface that opens to reveal multiple small drawers and compartments, perfect for storing writing materials and personal items. Ornate carvings, including acanthus leaf motifs, adorn the side supports and stout legs, showcasing traditional craftsmanship.

Historically, such desks were used by ship captains during long voyages for navigation planning, log keeping, and correspondence. Its compact size and multiple compartments made it highly functional in the confined spaces aboard ships, with the fold-down writing surface providing a sturdy platform for writing while at sea.


Dimensions : 21.5 in W x 34 in H x 21.5 in D

Auction History

Highest bidder is JANP

Date Bid User
10-Sep-2024 7:35:06 PM $90.00 JANP
10-Sep-2024 7:34:48 PM $81.00 Mkpow1988
10-Sep-2024 7:34:48 PM $80.00 JANP
10-Sep-2024 6:28:59 PM $76.00 Mkpow1988
10-Sep-2024 5:42:50 PM $61.00 tstuart
10-Sep-2024 3:24:57 PM $46.00 bear
10-Sep-2024 3:24:56 PM $45.00 JANP
10-Sep-2024 3:24:44 PM $39.00 bear
10-Sep-2024 3:24:44 PM $38.00 JANP
10-Sep-2024 3:22:10 PM $37.00 bear
08-Sep-2024 3:17:15 PM $31.00 Salish Sailor
06-Sep-2024 11:40:37 AM $29.00 tstuart
05-Sep-2024 3:58:34 AM $8.00 Salish Sailor
05-Sep-2024 3:58:34 AM $7.00 Tfgcr
03-Sep-2024 1:34:49 PM $5.00 Salish Sailor

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