Plate
1 of 2
Caption
Thomas Melville (The Younger). Plate, 1796–1824. Pewter, 5/8 x 8 3/8 x 8 3/8 in. (1.6 x 21.3 x 21.3 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 45.10.44. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
Gallery
Not on view
Collection
Gallery
Not on view
Collection
Title
Plate
Date
1796–1824
Geography
Place made: Newport, Rhode Island, United States
Medium
Pewter
Classification
Dimensions
5/8 x 8 3/8 x 8 3/8 in. (1.6 x 21.3 x 21.3 cm)
Markings
Impressed on underside, from top to bottom: (1) Partially struck stamp, only legible part is "NEWPORT" arching above stars and what appears to be the top portion of a shield. (2) Row of small square stamps containing, from left to right: "T"; "M"; possibly two other stamps that are completely worn down.
Credit Line
Designated Purchase Fund
Accession Number
45.10.44
Have information?
Have information about an artwork? Contact us at