Date

1912 to 1958

Description

It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of the number "4" (movable typeface). The relief surface is glossy/smooth as the original coat of varnish is still evident and is orange with dark scratches and areas of dark red. The carved down portion is a matte dark red. The back is covered in black, red and brown pigment that has naturally darkened with age and use. There is a large patch of glued on paper that has been partially ripped off. The old accession number is written in large letters in permanent marker. 

Materials

Wood (beech or maple)

Measurements

21.2 cm L x 20.2 cm W x 2 cm H

Category

Category 8: Communication Objects