Daughaday Model 1 Improved Tabletop Platen Press, 1874
Overview
The Daughaday Model 1 Improved Tabletop Platen Press was manufactured around 1874. In the mid-1800s, small platen presses manufactured for the use of amateur printers gained popularity. The Model style of press went in a different direction encouraging amateurs to enter the commercial world with a larger press. The Model was available in seven size variants, four hand-operated and three treadle-operated. The no. 1 is a tabletop model.
Dates
- Creation: 1874
Creator
- J.W. Daughaday & Co. (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open to researchers, but must be handled and used with the supervision of a curator.
Extent
2.17 square feet Item(s) (situated on a cart) ; 26 x 12 in
Language
From the Collection: English
Bibliography
Physical Facet
style: platen press
Physical Facet
inside chase dimensions: 5.125 x 7.625 in.
Physical Facet
number of form rollers: 2
Physical Facet
material: cast iron, steel, rubber
Cultural context
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the Cary Graphic Arts Collection Repository
