Printer's Proof Press, 1895-1900
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Before large editions of books or newspapers went into production on mechanized presses, proof presses were often used to make single prints--to proofread hand-set type galleys. Hand presses were becoming obsolete in the late 19th century, but Shniedewend marketed his device as a way to check the quality of photo-engraved image blocks. It is functionally identical to a Washington press.
Before large editions of books or newspapers went into production on mechanized presses, proof presses were often used to make single prints--to proofread hand-set type galleys. Hand presses were becoming obsolete in the late 19th century, but Shniedewend marketed his device as a way to check the quality of photo-engraved image blocks. It is functionally identical to a Washington press.
Artifact
Printing press
Date Made
1895-1900
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Creator Notes
Made by Paul Shniedewend & Company in Chicago, Illinois.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
30.855.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Cast iron
Steel (Alloy)
Wood (Plant material)
Color
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 73.5 in
Width: 53 in
Depth: 68 in
Inscriptions
front: PRINTERS PROOF PRESS / MADE BY / PAUL SHNIEDEWEND & CO. / CHICAGO U S A above toggle: NO. 199
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