Dish
The design of the medallions pressed into the sides of this dish is called the "Eagle Constitution" pattern. The name probably refers to the Frigate Constitution, Oliver Wendell Holmes's "Old Ironsides." The threat of the Constitution's demolition in 1830, after over 30 years of combat service, occasioned a patriotic hue and cry. As a result, the ship was reconditioned in 1833. The dish dates back to the decade when the Frigate Constitution become a focus of national pride. The same pattern is also seen in a salt dish in the collection, 51.171.193.
Artwork Details
- Title: Dish
- Date: 1830–35
- Geography: Made in New England, United States
- Culture: American
- Medium: Lacy pressed glass
- Dimensions: 1 7/16 x 3 7/8 x 6 1/8 in. (3.7 x 9.8 x 15.6 cm)
- Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Charles W. Green, in memory of Dr. Charles W. Green, 1951
- Object Number: 51.171.40
- Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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