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Basin Stand

Duncan Phyfe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black wooden cabinet with a white porcelain basin on top. The cabinet has a curved top section with two small finials. Two drawers are positioned above a cabinet door, all featuring round knobs. The legs are tapered with casters at the bottom. The basin has a spout and floral design. The overall style is reminiscent of a traditional washstand. Basin Stand by Duncan Phyfe.

Artwork Details

Date
1810–20
Medium
Mahogany, white pine, tulip poplar
Culture
American
Dimensions
411 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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