Press, Book
- Object Name:
- Press, Book
- Object ID:
- 1988.091
- Creator:
- Warner & Whitney -- Manufacturer
- Place of Origin:
- Nashua, NH
- Date:
- 1866-1879
- Description:
- Book press. Made by Warner & Whitney, Nashua NH, 1866-1879. Cast iron. Two cylindrical posts supporting curved cross brace through which screw is threaded. Brace marked "WARNER & WHITNEY." on front in raised cast letters, and "NASHUA N.H. NO 3." on back. Screw has heavy barbell-shaped handle for lowering press plate. Fluted decoration around base.
- Material:
- Metal
Iron - Dimensions:
- H-15.5 W-11 D-19.5 inches
- Provenance:
- David A. G. Warner and George H. Whitney were partners in the firm of Warner & Whitney from 1866 to 1879, succeeding the firm of Gage, Warner & Whitney, manufacturers of machinist's tools.
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase
- Subjects:
- Bookbinding, Books, Presses
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