Bidspirit auction | Kelsey Excelsior 3x5 Tabletop Letterpress

Kelsey Excelsior 3x5 Tabletop Letterpress Printing Press with Two Components - A Kelsey Excelsior 3x5 tabletop letterpress printing press, accompanied by two separate cast metal components. Constructed predominantly from painted cast iron or steel, the machine features mechanical linkages, springs, and threaded rods. The platen includes some wooden elements. Manufacturer markings on the handle read ”KELSEY & CO”, ”U.S.A.”, ”MERIDEN, CONN.”, and ”SIZE 3X5”. The brand name ”EXCELSIOR” and the phrase ”SEND FOR CATALOG OF SUPPLIES” are also visible on other parts of the frame. The accompanying components appear to be a type frame and an ink plate. Approximately 16 inches (40.6 cm) long, 11 inches (27.9 cm) high, 9 inches (22.9 cm) wide.