Date

1912 – 1958;

Description

It is a rectangular block of wood with a hand carved relief of the letter "H" (movable typeface). The relief is burgundy and dark blue. The carved down portion is dark blue and the carving marks are evident. The back is discoloured by dirt/grime and marked with black and dark blue pigment. Strip of glued on paper on the left side and is marked with dark blue pigment. 

Materials

Wood (basswood or pine)

Measurements

21.2 cm L x 17.7 cm W x 2.2 cm H

Category

Category 8: Communication Objects