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Polished Brass Yacht Capstan by Hereshoff

$19,500
£14,756.47
€17,018.84
CA$27,230.40
A$30,506.84
CHF 15,878.78
MX$371,514.97
NOK 202,274.54
SEK 190,485.54
DKK 127,043.46
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About the Item

Outstanding early twentieth century yacht capstan by Herreshoff. With working gears, crank handle, speed switch, mounted to a thick wood base. Circa 1925.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1925
  • Condition:
    Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    Norwell, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 68221stDibs: LU1741230227602

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