Swage block
John Brooks Ltd
Category
Metalwork
Date
1940
Materials
Iron
Measurements
330 mm (Length)150 mm (H)510 mm (Length)460 mm (H)380 mm (D)
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Kingston Lacy Estate, Dorset
NT 106711
Summary
Swage block on integral stand. Stand has embossed maker's mark on side 'JOHN BROOKS LTD/1940'. Unclear painted letters on other side 'COPELIN'. Swage block has square, round and V shaped grooves around edge; and square round and triangular holes through it - all used to shape heated metal.
Marks and inscriptions
JOHN BROOKS LTD/1940
Makers and roles
John Brooks Ltd