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