Block, Printing

From Estevan Art Gallery & Museum

Accession Number 2018.1.73i

Artist/Maker King, Andrew

Date 1912 – 1958

Description It is a rectangular block of wood with a hand carved relief of the number "7" backwards (movable typeface). The relief appears to be stained or varnished and is dark red and black. Appears to have been sanded or buffed down as the grain is visible in areas. The carved down portion is dark red, rough and layer of dust. The back is a combination of red, burgundy and black. Extensive chipping on right and left sides. 

Materials Wood (basswood or pine)

Measurements Length: 60.8 cm ;

Credit Line Gift of the Derksen Family