Printing plate, papier mache matrix, and page proofs from first large type book at APH

Plate, Printing

Accession Number: 1992.288

Description: (a) rectangular papier mache matrix created from hand set monotype, page 80, Everyday Manners for American Boys & Girls; (b) rectangular cast type-metal printing plate, page 80, Everyday Manners for American Boys & Girls.; (c) page proof, page 80, Everyday Manners for American Boys & Girls and (d) page proof of same page with "type form" handwritten in bottom margin and (e) page proof of same page with "stereo plate" handwritten in bottom margin.

Height: 9.75

Width: 5.75

Date Made: 1936

Place of Origin: Louisville, KY

Collection: APH Collection

History/Provenance: APH Collection

Credit Line: APH Collection, 1992.288

Subjects: APH special projects. Books for children. Education. Vision disorders.

Dimension Notes: 9.75 x 6. 375 in. - mat (b) 9.5 x 6.25 in. - proof page (c) 16.75 x 11 in. - proof pages (d, e)

Made: American Printing House for the Blind

Material: Type-metal, paper

Updated: 07/12/2021