Deep Plate

• Artist: Joseph Danforth (Maker)
• Medium: Pewter
• Geographical Location: Middletown, Connecticut, USA
• Dates: 1780-1788
• Dimensions: 3/4 x 9 1/4 x 9 1/4 in. (1.9 x 23.5 x 23.5 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on underside, from top to bottom: (1) & (2) two identical stamps, both partially struck, placed side-by-side of: archway with "[JOSEPH]" in arch supported by two columns atop rectangular base with "DANFORTH" and lion rampant in center (3) row of four small, shield-shaped hallmarks containing, from left to right: "I.D"; illegible pictograph; illegible pictograph; upright sword
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5Q12-LUCE, Unit 20, Shelf H
• Accession Number: 45.10.75
• Image: 45.10.75.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Round, deep pewter plate with wide flat rim. CONDITION: Fair; shows heavy use with allover scratches, pitting, and a few deep gouges.