Contributor |
Wemmer, Nelson J., associated name. |
Title |
ASSU Illustration 6100 |
Alternate title |
Woodblock for printing an illustration of a wreath of leaves and flowers. |
Date |
[between 1861 and 1876?] |
Physical description |
1 wood block ; 6.5 x 9.4 x 2.3 cm. |
Notes |
Block numbered in two places: 6100. |
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Image of a wreath of branches, leaves, and small flowers; one bird sits on top of the wreath, another inside the lower half. |
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“N.J. Wemmer. 215 Pear St. Phila.” – Back of block. Boxwood dealer Nelson J. Wemmer is listed at this address in Philadelphia
city directories from 1861 to 1876.
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"Ornamental Cover. Birds of Paradise." – Inscribed on side of block. |
Genre |
Wood blocks (Printing blocks) |
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Wood engraving (Process) |
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End-grain blocks. |
Subject |
Wreaths. |
Call number |
ASSU Woodblocks -- Box 31 |