Date

1912 to 1958

Description

It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of a "6" backwards. The relief coloured light and brown and stained with black ink. The carved down area is stained with red and black ink. The edges of the "6" have buildup of dirt/grime. Unlike the blocks 2018.1.1-2018.1.49, these blocks appear to be carved by machine due to the lack of areas and consistency. The back is stained with wood stain and minimally marked with black ink. 

Materials

Wood (beech or maple)

Measurements

25.4 cm L x 13.7 cm W x 1.9 cm H

Category

Category 8: Communication Objects