Set of 4 Wood and Metal Geographical Plates
Set of 4 20th Century wood and metal engraved matrices displaying West Coast geographies. A matrix, in the printmaking context, is used with ink to cast an image or letter. The image is etched or engraved using metal forms embedded within a woodblock. 20th century architecture and design firms used these matrices in creating maps, drawings, and plans.
Nevada | Utah | Arizona | California plate measures 7″ L x 5″ W x 1″ D.
Las Vegas plate measures 7.25″ W x 5″ L x 1″ D.
Mission Santa Barbara plate measures 6.5″ W x 4.75″ L x 1″ D.
Downtown Grid plate measures 6″ L x 4″ W x 1″ D.
In good antique condition. Minor rust present.
All vintage sales final.
