Plate

• Artist: Thomas Danforth Boardman (Maker)
• Medium: Pewter
• Geographical Location: Hartford, Connecticut, United States
• Dates: 1805-1820
• Dimensions: 1 x 9 3/8 x 9 3/8 in. (2.5 x 23.8 x 23.8 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on underside, two identical stamps in a row of: "THOMAS.D" arching above eagle with wings spread and clutching a branch and a bunch of arrows in its claws, US shield over its chest, rays terminating in stars radiate from behind eagle's head; "BOARDMAN" curves below eagle.
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H26, 1A
• Accession Number: 45.10.66
• Image: 45.10.66.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Highly polished round pewter plate with wide rim that curves upward at edge. Incised line around rim, about 1/4" from edge, and around center. CONDITION: Good; light scratches all over; few dark spots of discoloration; edge of rim slightly bent on one side; small spot of adhesive residue (from sticker) on underside.