Block, Wood

Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2015.1.207e
Description
Moveable typeface Tongue and groove joined rectangular wood block. Block 5 of 5 in 3 ΒΌ inch typeface series. Front: Stained red-Block is done mostly done in relief wood to form the letter "N". Recessed wood has been used to define the letter. Sides: Residual red stain near the front of the block. Dark ink stains in the wood grain, especially on the top and bottom. Back: Strip of paper-with red stain on it-has been glued over the back. Small strips of wood can be seen at the edges, as well as spots of darker ink stains.
Materials
Wood (basswood or pine)
Measurements
8.4 cm L x 3.8 cm W x 2.3 cm H
Marks/Labels
Category
Printing T&E