Object Details
printer
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Description
This miniature copperplate press with blankets and blanket-lifting pulleys is made of brass and mounted on a wooden base. It dates from the early 20th century. The press has a height of 9.5 inches and a width of 8 inches long.
Mr. Clifford Firmbach, an employee of the Bureau of Engraving, was given this little working press on his retirement. It was one of three similar models at the Bureau.
Donated by Clifford Firmbach, 1990.
Citation: Elizabeth Harris, "Printing Presses in the Graphic Arts Collection," 1996.
Location
Currently not on view
Date made
Early 20th century
date made
early 20th century
ID Number
1990.0524.01
accession number
1990.0524
catalog number
1990.0524.01
Object Name
Press, Printing
press, printing, model
Object Type
Intaglio Processes
Other Terms
Press, Printing; Printing; Flatbed Cylinder
Physical Description
wood (overall material)
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 9 1/2 in x 7 3/4 in x 3 3/4 in; 24.13 cm x 19.685 cm x 9.525 cm
place made
United States: District of Columbia, Washington
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Printing Presses in the Graphic Arts Collection
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_1158411