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Tray

William Gale and Son

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The tray is round and made of silver. The tray has two ornate handles on either side. The handles are symmetrical and feature twisted rope designs with leaves. The edge of the tray has a decorative border with small rectangles. The tray's surface features an intricate design with engravings of various scenes, including buildings and foliage. In the center of the tray, the letters "A.D.W." are engraved. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1800–1900
Medium:
Silver
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 485 px
Museum record:
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