Model of Printing Press, 1812

Made:
1812; 1701-1800 in Oxford
maker:
Henry Thomas Ellacombe

Detailed model (scale 1:6) of a printing press (originally made 1701-1800) with type composed forme and dabbens, 1812.

Details

Category:
Printing & Writing
Object Number:
1885-146
Materials:
iron, wood (unidentified), ivory and string
Measurements:
overall: 390 mm x 375 mm x 240 mm, 2.735kg
type:
model and printing press
credit:
Rev. Henry Thomas Ellacombe