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Plate

Samuel Pierce

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Plate by Samuel Pierce shows a round, silver plate with a wide rim and a concave center. The plate has a smooth, shiny surface with concentric circles visible. The plate appears to be made of metal, likely silver, and has scratches and marks on its surface. The plate is shown from directly above, with the rim facing outward. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1807–31
Medium
Pewter
Culture
American
Dimensions
562 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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