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Charger

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1740-1800

GUSN

GUSN-50989

Description

Of circular form with a single bead edge on a slightly dished rim, with sloping sides to the face.

Details

Descriptive Terms

chargers (platters)
pewter (tin alloy)
tin (metal)
Pewter
CHARGER

Inscription

Stamped on the bottom are the maker's mark [C.L. or C.I.] and ""LONDON"" underneath a crown over a rose.

Associated Building

Original to Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm (Newbury, Mass.),

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

London, England

Dimensions

13.5 (diameter) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Amelia W. Little

Accession Number

1986.600

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