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Plate

Maker: Spencer Stafford
Medium: Pewter
Place Made: Albany, New York, USA
Dates: ca. 1820-1830
Dimensions: 5/8 x 8 x 8 in. (1.6 x 20.3 x 20.3 cm)
Markings: Impressed on underside, from top to bottom: (1) "[S.]STAFFORD" in rectangular stamp (2) "ALBANY"
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.1.2
Credit Line: Gift of Arthur W. Clement
Image: Overall, 45.1.2.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

Catalogue Description: Round pewter plate with wide rim that curves upward at edge. Incised line around rim, about 1/4" from edge. CONDITION: Fair; shows heavy use with allover scratches and pitting; a few dings around interior.

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