Plate 1814 - 1839

This pewter plate was created by American silversmith Samuel Kilbourn between 1814 and 1839. Kilbourn was active as a silversmith during the early 19th century. The plate is a circular object with a slightly raised rim and a smooth surface. The plate is a simple object and its undecorated surface is a common characteristic of pewter wares in the early 19th century, reflecting a preference for utilitarian items. It currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.