Dish
Date1754-1755
Artist/Maker
Magdalen Feline
OriginEngland, London
MediumSilver (Sterling)
DimensionsL: 16 1/4"; W: 12 1/4"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1954-322
DescriptionThis oval dish features an edge shaped in cyma curves and gadrooning. Engraved on the rim amid scrolls and flowers is a cartouche shaped escutcheon. The arms of the Scottish families of Durham impaling Gordon appear on the face of the rim.Inscription(s)Arms of the Scottish families of Durham impaling Gordon engraved on face of rim.Mark(s)Under rim: crowned leopard's head; date letter "T" for 1754-1755; lion passant; Script MF in diamond.ProvenanceMuseum of Fine Arts, Boston. Acquired by CWF in 1954.
1667-1668
