| Accession # |
40.177 |
|
Culture |
American
|
| Title |
Plate (Theodore Roosevelt) |
| Date |
1904 |
| Medium |
Glass |
| Dimensions |
1 1/8 x 7 7/8 x 10 3/8 in. (2.9 x 20 x 26.4 cm) |
| Inscriptions |
Molded inside medallion in rim at bottom, between crossed clubs: "A / SQUARE / DEAL" |
| Credit Line |
Gift of Mrs. William Greig Walker by subscription |
| Location |
Visible Storage: Case 21, Shelf D (Pressed Glass)
|
| Description |
Colorless pressed glass oval plate with frosted profile portrait of President Theodore Roosevelt in center. Rim decorated with molded designs including 4 round medallions at the cardinal points containing (clockwise from top): American eagle and crest; Rough Rider hat, crossed rifles and belted pouch; two crossed clubs with the words "A / SQUARE / DEAL"; and a hunting knife, rifle, and ammunition belt. Between the medallions are sets of three teddy bears engaged in hunting, dancing, music making, and sporting activities. |
