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Plate

Maker: Joseph Belcher Sr. or Joseph Belcher Jr.
Medium: Pewter
Geographical Locations:
- Possible place made: New London, Connecticut, USA
- Possible place made: Newport, Rhode Island, USA
Dates: 1769-1776 or 1776-1785
Dimensions: 1/2 x 8 x 8 in. (1.3 x 20.3 x 20.3 cm)
Markings: Impressed on underside, three identical stamps arranged in circle around center, all partially struck: oval shaped stamp containing a bird in profile in center against a striped ground and "JOSEPH BELCHER" around edge.
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.46
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.46.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

Catalogue Description: Highly polished round pewter plate with wide rim that curves upward at edge. Incised line around rim, about 1/4" from edge. CONDITION: Fair; allover scratches and a few deep pit marks; some spots of discoloration.

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