Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2018.1.52k
Date
1912 to 1958
Description
It is a rectangular block of wood with a hand carved relief of the number "5" backwards. The relief is dark and bright red. Appears to be varnished or polished. It is also carved roughly and the surface is pitted. The back is stained with black, red and dark red ink. It has scratches and extensive chipping of the wood on the sides. 
Materials
Wood (basswood or pine)
Measurements
29.1 cm L x 11.4 cm W x 2 cm H
Category
Category 8: Communication Objects