1988.33, Cake plate, Shreve & Co., American, c. 1911

This cakeplate is a fine example of an arts and crafts style object whick looks handmade, although machines were used in its making. For example, the body of the plate was produced on a power-driven spinning lathe, not raised by hand. The hammer marks on the teapot were added later to give the vessel a handmade look. The handmade character of the cakeplate is enhanced through the use of engraving which looks like medieval ironwork complete with engraved "nails."

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