#Wall Plaque – “Binnacle, Clipper Ship N.B. Palmer, 1875”

Add a touch of maritime history to your décor with this vintage nautical wall plaque. Featuring an illustration of a helmsman holding a binnacle (ship’s compass housing), the artwork is framed on a distressed, scalloped-edged wooden board painted red. Decorative celestial details and printed text below the image read:

“Binnacle – Clipper Ship N.B. Palmer, 1875. Hypnotic stare of the wooden figure supporting binnacle so upset helmsmen, the instrument was removed after only one voyage.”

• Era: Mid-20th century (circa 1960s–1980s) reproduction nautical décor

• Material: Print mounted on painted wood with sawtooth hanger on back

• Condition: Vintage wear with paint loss and edge chipping, consistent with age

• Size: Approx. 12" x 12"

Perfect for collectors of maritime décor, or as a unique conversation piece for a coastal or nautical-themed space.