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Plate

Maker: Thomas Danforth Boardman, American, 1784-1873
Medium: Pewter
Place Made: 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)
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.77
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.77.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

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.

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