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Caption
Stephen Barns. Plate, ca. 1792–1800. Pewter, 5/8 x 8 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. (1.6 x 22.2 x 22.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 45.10.60. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
Gallery
Not on view
Collection
Gallery
Not on view
Collection
Maker
Title
Plate
Date
ca. 1792–1800
Geography
Possible place made: Connecticut, United States
Medium
Pewter
Classification
Dimensions
5/8 x 8 3/4 x 8 3/4 in. (1.6 x 22.2 x 22.2 cm)
Inscriptions
Impressed on underside next to and turned at 90 degree angle to right-most mark: "G B"
Markings
Impressed on underside, two identical stamps, placed side-by-side, of: partially impressed or worn oval shaped stamp containing eagle with wings outspread and American crest over its body in center, and "STEPHEN / [BARNS]" around border (lower half of both stamps illegible).
Credit Line
Designated Purchase Fund
Accession Number
45.10.60
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