Plate 1804 - 1870

This simple silver plate, crafted by American silversmith Thomas Danforth Boardman between 1804 and 1870, showcases the understated elegance of early 19th-century American design. The plate's smooth, circular form and raised rim highlight the craftsmanship and skill of the silversmith. While the plate is devoid of elaborate ornamentation, its subtle details and refined finish speak to the craftsmanship of the period. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this plate offers a glimpse into the everyday objects that adorned American homes during the Federal period.