Block, Wood
Artifact
Accession Number:
2019.1.21q
Date
1912 – 1958Description
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