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.