Plate

• Artist: John Danforth (Maker)
• Medium: Pewter
• Geographical Location: Norwich, Connecticut, USA
• Dates: 1773-1793
• Dimensions: 3/4 x 7 5/8 x 7 5/8 in. (1.9 x 19.4 x 19.4 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on underside, from top to bottom: (1) partially impressed "[NO]RWICH" in banner arching over foliate form (2) row of four small, partially impressed, squarish hallmarks containing, from left to right: "I.D"; head of dragon; (?); upright sword
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5Q12-LUCE, Unit 20, Shelf E
• Accession Number: 45.10.64
• Image: 45.10.64.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Round, highly polished pewter plate with wide rim that curves upward slightly at edge; incised line around rim. CONDITION: Good; some scratches and pit marks; large patch of pitting or corrosion on underside partially obscures marks.