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Large Plate or Platter

Maker: Henry Will
Medium: Pewter
Place Made: New York, New York, USA
Dates: 1761-1793
Dimensions: 1 x 13 1/8 x 13 1/8 in. (2.5 x 33.3 x 33.3 cm)
Markings: Impressed on underside, from top to bottom, left to right: (1) row of three small square stamps containing: seated figure; unidentified pictograph; prancing lion (2) two identical stamps, partially struck, of larger square containing foliate design
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.169
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.169.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

Catalogue Description: Circular pewter plate with rim that curves slightly upward, ending in rounded edge. CONDITION: Fair; shows heavy use; very heavily scratched and pitted; a few spots of discoloration; dents around rim.

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