Centennial Press, circa 1870s
Item
Overview
The identification of this press is not entirely certain, but it seems to be the Centennial Press manufactured by Joseph Watson of New York in the 1870s. It also bears some resemblence to similar presses, such as the Baltimorean No. 1 or No. 2, the Official, and the Young American Press.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1870s
Creator
- Joseph Watson (New York) (Manufacturer, Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open to researchers, but must be handled and used with the supervision of a curator.
Extent
.38 square feet Item(s) ; 5 x 11 inches
Language
From the Collection: English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Stephen O. Saxe
Bibliography
Sterne, Harold E. "A Catalogue of Nineteenth Century Printing Presses," New Castle, Delaware, Oak Knoll Press, 2001.
Physical Facet
style: platen press
Physical Facet
inside chase dimensions: 2.375 x 3.25 in.
Physical Facet
material: cast iron
Repository Details
Part of the Cary Graphic Arts Collection Repository
