Cast in the bottom is "H709". Since the manifold mounts straight across without any provision for an exhaust manifold going between the intake ports, I assume it's for a crossflow head. Decades ago I had a Knudeson manifold for a flathead Ford six and I don't remember it mounting like this.
No, It's not for a Ford flat six, I was just thinking aloud of which sixes had that layout. Interesting piece...
Do i see the shadow of two bolt holes in the head that have been covered by the aftermarket manifold ?
Just saw this piece on eBay, and now I'm curious, but I have no idea... I wonder if someone at the Museum of American Speed could ID it? They have a bunch of old oddball engines from way back.