Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2019.1.14
Date
1912 – 1958
Description
It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of the letter "C" (movable typeface). The relief is brown/orange with dark scratches. The carved down portion is Burgundy. The back is partly covered in glued on pieces of paper. The cream paper is marked with dirt/grime and brown pigment. The uncovered wood is discoloured and marked with brown, black and red pigment. 
Materials
Wood (beech or maple)
Measurements
25.5 cm L x 8.8 cm W x 1.8 cm H
Category
Category 8: Communication Objects