Block, Wood
Artefact
2019.1.92r
King, Andrew
1912 – 1958
It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of the letter "U" (movable typeface). The pigment has naturally darkened with time and use. The relief is a dark red with areas of lighter red. The carved down portion is red and black with a layer of dust. The back is discoloured by dirt/grime and marked with faded brown, red and black pigment.
Wood (beech or maple)
Longueur: 38 cm ;
Largeur: 12.8 cm ;
Hauteur: 1.8 cm ;
Gift of the Derksen Family