Object Details
maker
Mayer, Robert
Robert Mayer & Company
Description
This lithographic hand press was made by Robert Mayer of New York in the early 20th century. It is missing a tympan. The press has a height of 48 inches a length of 60 inches and a width of 50 inches; its bed measures 26 inches by 36 inches.
The manufacturer's label on this press reads “Parks Press built by Robert Mayer & Co New York.” It is similar to another lithographic press numbered 23604, listed separately.
Donated by Kirby Lithographic Company, Inc., 1965.
Citation: Elizabeth Harris, "Printing Presses in the Graphic Arts Collection," 1996.
Date made
early 20th century
ID Number
GA.22669.01
catalog number
1977.0278.01
accession number
1977.0278
Object Name
Press, Printing
Physical Description
metal (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 48 in x 60 in x 50 in; 121.92 cm x 152.4 cm x 127 cm
place made
United States: New York, New York City
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_1212639