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1968

  • We acquired this object.

2013

2025

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Printing Block (possibly England)

This is a Printing block. It is dated late 18th–early 19th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is wood, metal. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 68 x 40 cm (26 3/4 x 15 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Printing Block (possibly England); wood, metal; H x W: 68 x 40 cm (26 3/4 x 15 3/4 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-45-2

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