Plate

Thomas Danforth III

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Caption

Thomas Danforth III (American, 1756–1840). Plate, 1777–1818. Pewter, 7/8 x 9 x 9 in. (2.2 x 22.9 x 22.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 45.10.181. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Title

Plate

Date

1777–1818

Medium

Pewter

Classification

Food/Drink

Dimensions

7/8 x 9 x 9 in. (2.2 x 22.9 x 22.9 cm)

Markings

Impressed on underside, from top to bottom: (1) & (2) two identical circular stamps placed side-by-side containing an eagle in center standing atop an oval with "TD", arrows and a branch extend from sides of oval, ring of stars around edge of stamp (3) "T.DANFORTH / PHILAD.A"

Credit Line

Designated Purchase Fund

Accession Number

45.10.181

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