Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2019.1.38
Date
1912 to 1958
Description
it is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of the "&" symbol (movable typeface). The relief is a dull light brown with patches of dark brown and blue. The carved down portion is dark brown/purple. The back is minorly discoloured and marked with water stains on the left side. There are also marks of red, yellow, purple and blue pigment. 
Materials
Wood (beech or maple)
Measurements
38.1 cm L x 19.4 cm W x 2 cm H
Category
Category 8: Communication Objects