The image shows a silver butter dish titled "Butter Dish by William Forbes". The dish has a wide, short base that is octagonal with a flat, stepped edge. The base has a short, wide pedestal bottom. The body of the dish is silver with a hammered texture and etched decoration. The initials "D M F" are etched on the front. The lid is domed with a small finial on top and is also silver. The lid has a faceted design on it. The lid is shiny with a reflective surface, showing a reflection. The background is white with shadows around the dish.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1840
- Medium
- Silver
- Culture
- American
- Dimensions
- 599 × 404 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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