Block, Wood
Artifact
Accession Number:
2019.1.31
Date
1912 to 1958Description
It is a rectangular block of wood with a hand carved relief of the letter "M" (movable typeface). The pigment has naturally darkened with age/use and original coat of varnish is still evident. The relief is a combination of burgundy, black 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 dark blue, black and red pigment. Materials
Wood (basswood or pine)Measurements
21 cm L x 22.7 cm W x 2.3 cm H Category
Category 8: Communication Objects