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Basin

Josiah Danforth

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Basin by Josiah Danforth: A silver basin with a circular shape and raised lip. The basin has a wide mouth and a recessed center with concentric circles visible. A small circular indentation is present at the very center. The basin appears to be made of silver or a similar metal, with visible signs of wear and aging, including small dark spots and scratches. The basin is positioned on a white surface with a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
1821–ca. 1843
Medium
Pewter
Culture
American
Dimensions
486 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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