Stereotype Machine

Machine, Stereotype

Accession Number: 1992.264

Description: Stereotype machine has a 47 in. x 30 in. wood base; black painted iron with decorative striping and scrolls in gold and red; paint is chipped; has been motorized and a switch added; label reads "State of Illinois, Illinois School for the Blind, 2406, Do not transfer without Permit," metal tag on front "328." Used mostly for maps; had half space.

Height: 36

Width: 44

Depth: 16

Date Made: ca. 1900

Maker: Hall, Frank

Place of Origin: Illinois

Collection: APH Collection

History/Provenance: APH Collection

Credit Line: APH Collection, 1992.264

Subjects: Embossing (Printing) Printing and writing systems Tactile printing process Braille printers Braille Embossing presses Stereotype machines

Dimension Notes: overall

Material: Wood, cast iron, steel, brass

Updated: 11/15/2018