"Spring" from a boxed set of four Limited Edition Plates entitled "The SEASONS of AMERICA Past", created by Eric Sloane for International Silver Company; museum proof. Circular plate has a beaded, flared rim and flat well featuring a view of an open barn at center back framed by a budding tree at left and plow in bottom foreground; signed at lower right "Eric SLOANE NA". Underside includes title, explanation and significance of scene, and authenticity marks. Foot ring with cast-in hanging hole. From set, DL*322784.0001.-0005.