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Plate

Maker: Thomas Badger, Jr.
Medium: Pewter
Place Made: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Dates: 1787-1818
Dimensions: 1/2 x 7 7/8 x 7 7/8 in. (1.3 x 20 x 20 cm)
Markings: Impressed on underside, from top to bottom: (1) partially struck stamp with "BADGE[R]" in scrolling banner with foliate decorations, ends of banner curl up below center (2) partially struck rectangular stamp with "BOSTON"; serpentine lines below
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.1
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.1.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

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: Fair; shows heavy use with allover scratches and deep pitting, especially in center.

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