Textile printing block of irregular rectangular shape

PART OF:
Wood blocks for printing English chintz and calico designs
Made:
1760-1775 probable date in England

Textile printing block of irregular rectangular shape, boxwood faced design on wood; large scale design of fantastic flowers; probably for furnishings. Made in England, probable date c. 1760-1775.

Details

Category:
Textiles Machinery
Object Number:
1875-41/4
Materials:
wood with boxwood face and metal pins
Measurements:
1.9685 x 14.9606 x 11.811 in.; 5 x 38 x 30 cm
type:
textile printing block
credit:
Art Museum