A charming collection of antique French letterpress printing blocks featuring beautifully engraved sailing ships, a lighthouse, and other nautical motifs, housed in their original wooden printer’s box.
Used in a commercial print shop during the early 20th century, each hardwood block was designed for relief printing alongside movable type. The original hanging hooks, French paper remnants, and handwritten markings on the box reflect their authentic working history.
Today, this complete set makes a distinctive display for a library, office, or studio and is a wonderful piece for collectors of printing history, maritime antiques, and graphic arts.
Condition: Honest antique wear consistent with age and use, adding to the character and authenticity of the collection.
How long will it take to receive my order?
Your order is shipped from our location in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. We aim to have all packages out our door within 1 to 3 business days.
Your order will be shipped using a courier such as Canada Post, UPS, or Purolator. Depending on your distance from us, or if border crossing is involved, orders will take between 3 and 10 business days to arrive. Saturday and Sunday are not business days for mail in Canada.
We do not currently ship or deliver large items such as furniture.
Can I return my item?
Shopping online can be difficult and we hope you love your purchase. We have limits on what can be returned and how. Please read our in depth return policy and ask questions prior to your purchase to avoid disappointments.
New items can be returned within 14 days of receipt for exchange or store credit. All other items including vintage and seasonal are considered final sale. Please look carefully at photos and descriptions to avoid any disappointment with regards to size or condition.
If for some reason you are not satisfied with your purchase we are happy to accept the return of any new item in the exact condition in which it was received. Please contact us to receive return address information.
The buyer remains responsible for the costs to return any item. Please package the item in the manner it was sent to you.
