Printing-matrix
Printing-Block
Woodblock
Object number
LDSAL2022.1.236
Production date
19th century
Material
wood
paper
paper
Technique
Carving
Wood Engraving (Process)
Wood Engraving (Process)
Dimensions
height: 94mm
width: 44mm
depth: 26mm
width: 44mm
depth: 26mm
Location
Burlington House -
References
Reference details
pp. 362-381
Reference (free text)
Thursday, April 29th, 1875, Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of London, Volume 6, April 1876.
Reference association
illustrated
Reference note
Image printed on p. 376.
Rectangular wooden printing block showing:-
Obverse: carved and engraved design depicting a Roman enamel brooch found in Kent, with a semi-circular body featuring a central concentric circular design bordered by shield-shaped patterns, with leaf-shaped and tubular hanging attachments. Ink residue remaining on surface.
Reverse: printer's waste paper attached to surface.
Digitised thanks to the kind donation of Dr Edward Harris MBE FSA.