Antique Metal and Bakelite Check Writer c.1930 Paintings The lid slides open on

The lid slides open on the globe's axis to reveal a metal interior designed to hold cigarettes

All the shock absorbers have been replaced on the chairs which is common

The original brass key winds up the spring mechanism and works well

the embodiment of ignorance

MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Copper Plated

Antique Metal and Bakelite Check Writer c.1930 Paintings The lid slides open onABOUT An antique metal F & E Check Writer with one pull lever arm, Bakelite handle and knobs, original blue and chrome base. CREATOR Hedman Mfg. Co., Chicago, IL. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1930s. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Metal, Chrome, Bakelite. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 8 in. W 8 in. D 13 in. HISTORY Unknown.