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Printing-matrix
Printing-Block
Woodblock

Object number

LDSAL2022.1.462

Production date

19th century

Material

wood
paper

Technique

Carving
Wood Engraving (Process)

Dimensions

height: 151mm
width: 72mm
depth: 27mm

Location

Burlington House -

References

Reference details

pp. 95-97

Reference (free text)

Thursday, February 16th, 1888, Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of London, Volume 12, June 1889.

Reference association

illustrated

Reference note

Image printed on p. 97.
    Rectangular wooden printing block showing:- Obverse: carved and engraved design depicting a sixteenth century dagger, between obverse and reverse views of its sheath; consisting of parcel-gilt blade and ebony hilt with three silver studs on the guard and pommel; with engraved motto along the blade and foliage design on either side of central rib. The sheath is leather and decorated on both sides, with two loops on the sides and an additional smaller sheath at the top. Ink residue remaining on surface. Reverse: printer's waste paper attached to surface.
    Digitised thanks to the kind donation of Ms. Mary Warnement.