Box 6
Container
Contains 1 Result:
Leaf irons and cutting dies, circa 1910-1970s
Item — Box: 6
Identifier: Mem_inv_816
Scope and Contents
Nine leaf-shaped cutting dies, and three leaf irons used to make paper, plastic, or waxed cloth casts for exhibits, possibly between the 1910s and 1970s. A leaf iron is a tool that is heated and then pressed together with the waxed cloth to leave an impression.For its part, cutting dies are a tool used to cut and/or form material to a desired shape or profile. Leaves or flowers were usually cut out from waxed gauze, however plastic and paper were also used. The gauze was laid on...
Dates:
Usage: circa 1910-1970s
