Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2018.1.92t
Date
1912 to 1958
Description
It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of the letter "Y" (movable typeface). The pigment has naturally darkened with time and use. The relief is dark auburn, Burgundy and mauve. The carved down portion is a dark purple/red with a section in the middle that is mauve. The back is discoloured with age/dirt and marked with faded brown, red and black pigment. 
Materials
Wood (beech or maple)
Measurements
38 cm L x 14.4 cm W x 1.8 cm H
Category
Category 8: Communication Objects