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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Ink Blotter Used by Eleanor Roosevelt
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Ink Blotter Used by Eleanor Roosevelt

Artifact IDMO 1948.92.109
Object Type Blotter, Desk
Maker
Dateca. 1933-1942
Mediumwood, paint, paper
Dimensionsoverall H 10 3/8 in x W 5 in x D 2 1/2 in (26.4 cm x 12.7 cm x 6.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn unpainted wood rocker-style ink blotter with a knob handle. Carved into the top surface of the blotter – on either side of the knob – are the initials "E R" painted in gold. The knob unscrews, releasing tension on the used piece of blotting paper (included) and allowing it to be removed and replaced. The initials of the maker, "JHL", are carved into one of the short sides of the blotter.
Historical NoteThis blotter was used by Eleanor Roosevelt on her desk at the White House.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDonated to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum by Eleanor Roosevelt.
Credit LineGift of Eleanor Roosevelt
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPersonal Possessions of the Roosevelt Family (National Archives Identifier 782689)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedCopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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