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Basin

Gershom Jones

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Basin by Gershom Jones: A black, shiny bowl with a circular shape and raised lip around the edge. The bowl appears to be made of metal, likely cast iron or steel, with a smooth, slightly reflective surface. The interior surface of the bowl has a darker color with lighter patches and small darker spots scattered around. A circular depression is visible at the very center. The bowl is viewed from directly above, with a gray background that provides contrast to the bowl's dark color.

Artwork Details

Date
1770–1800
Medium
Pewter
Culture
American
Dimensions
599 × 543 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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