Calico Printing Block

The block has been stained with Turkey red dye, a naturally derived dye imported from the east. Later in the 19th century it was produced synthetically as a by-product of tar.
Object no :
EAFA024n
Collection :
Calico & Shawl Printing in Kilmarnock
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
NA
Materials :
wood
Location :
NA
Accession number :
NA
Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council
2 Fmedia2 F149972 F539

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