Hoole Ornamental Lotus with Leaves Stamp Die Template, Design 2346

Name/Title

Hoole Ornamental Lotus with Leaves Stamp Die Template, Design 2346

Entry/Object ID

2016.14.464

Description

Metal Stamping Die Template. In one orientation the design is a stylized flower with a droplet at the bottom and curling leaves on either side. Inverse of that is a floral shape coming down to a point with petals on either side and central stamen, with upper petal shapes connecting out to leaves that curl under the flower. Solder residue visible.

Use

Finishing Tool for Bookbinding

Collection

Hoole Machine and Engraving Works Collection

Lexicon

Search Terms

Tools., Book ornamentation, Bookbinding, Finishing., Hand binding.

Dimensions

Height

7 cm

Width

17.5 cm

Material

Copper, Brass

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

John R. Hoole