Dish 1780 - 1788

This pewter dish, created between 1780 and 1788 by American silversmith Joseph Danforth, exemplifies the simple yet elegant style of domestic tableware during the late 18th century. The circular form and raised rim of the dish are characteristic of the period, and its unadorned surface highlights the craftsmanship of the maker. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this dish is a testament to the evolving traditions of American silversmithing.