Block, Wood

Artifact



2018.1.78
King, Andrew
1912 – 1958
It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved 3.5x2 cm section carved away on the top right corner. The purpose of this block is not apparent. The surface is brown with red/brown. Appears to be stained or buffed. The back is mostly covered in a glued on piece of paper that is stained Burgundy and black. Letters are stamped on the paper, there appears to be a "W" a space and "MOORE". The wood that is not covered in paper is stained with black ink. Similar to block 2019.1.77. 
Wood (basswood or pine)
Length: 42.2 cm ; Width: 8.5 cm ; Height: 2.5 cm ;
Gift of the Derksen Family