Date

1912 to 1958

Description

It is a square block of wood with a hand carved relief of the letter "S" (movable typeface). The relief is glossy/smooth as the original coat of varnish is still evident. The pigment has naturally darkened with age and use. The relief is a combination of black and burgundy. The carved down portion is dark brown and red and the carving marks/dents are evident. The back is discoloured and marked with brown, red and black pigment. Two remnants of ripped off glued paper. 

Materials

wood (basswood or pine)

Measurements

20.8 cm L x 20.8 cm W x 2 cm H

Category

Category 8: Communication Objects