Object of the Month - 2019 August
Every month the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the World highlights one of the many
objects that are part of the collection shown in our permanent exhibition. Come and discover
the object of the month and find out more about our history.
This instrument named printing machine it was used to engrave wooden boxes through
stencils, which are also on display at our permanent exhibition. Therefore, and after the
engraving process, those wooden boxes are used for shipping the products of the Company.
This piece is displayed at the reception area of the the Museum of the Oldest Appellation in the
World. An exhibition area that highlights the technical field related to the wine production
processes, through a set of specific machines and instruments.
Materials
Iron, leather and rubber
Date
20th century
Provenance
Francisco Blanch Machinery
Collection
Real Companhia Velha
Dimensions
Width: 124 cm Height: 128 cm Length: 127 cm