Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2018.1.70t
Date
1912 to 1958
Description
It is a rectangular block of wood with a machine carved relief of the letter "S". The relief is varnished and is light brown, yellow, grey and faint red patches. The carved down portion is dark red and black with layer of dust. 6 cm crack forming on the top right of the centre. The crack is also evident on the top side and back. The back is discoloured/ stained and few patches of black and red ink. HAs raised curved lines across surface. 
Materials
Wood (beech or maple)
Measurements
25.4 cm L x 14.5 cm W x 2.5 cm H
Category
Category 8: Communication Objects