Print block
C. Holmes
Category
Matrices and engraving plates
Date
Unknown
Materials
Copper
Place of origin
Manchester
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Quarry Bank, Cheshire
NT 1452977
Summary
A printing block of beech wood, made by C. HOLMES, 4 CANAL STREET, MANCHESTER with a design of a stylised bird standing on one leg. It has a trade mark underneath and is made from copper banding: 'Trademark Registered No 40670’ reversed for printing.
Marks and inscriptions
On base:
Makers and roles
C. Holmes, manufacturer