Plate

• Artist: Thomas Danforth Boardman (Maker)
• Medium: Pewter
• Geographical Location: Hartford, Connecticut, USA
• Dates: 1805-1820
• Dimensions: 3/4 x 7 3/4 x 7 3/4 in. (1.9 x 19.7 x 19.7 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on underside in center: (1) partially impressed oval stamp with scrolled border containing eagle in center with outspread wings and an American crest over its breast, rays radiate around its head; "THOMAS.D" around top edge and "BO[ARD]MAN" around bottom edge. (2) identical and next to stamp #1; "THO[MAS.D]" (partially worn)
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5Q12-LUCE, Unit 20, Shelf E
• Accession Number: 45.10.77
• Image: 45.10.77.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Round, highly polished pewter plate with wide rim that curves upward slightly at edge. CONDITION: Good; light scratches and pitting, a few dark spots of discoloration.