Antique Large Industrial Foundry Mold Pattern snap printed on heavy parchment-style paper

printed on heavy parchment-style paper

Exhibits moderate signs of wear including some rust and enamel loss

3" W x 3" D

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Antique Large Industrial Foundry Mold Pattern snap printed on heavy parchment-style paperPainted wood foundry mold pattern constructed in a bold circular form with radiating spokes and central hub. Measuring over two feet across, the pattern was originally used in the sand casting process to create heavy machine or industrial components. Its surface bears the original shop paint scheme of black, yellow, and red, applied to highlight edges and facilitate mold making accuracy. Patterns of this scale required precision carpentry as well as