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Wash Stand

United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing (“Shakers”)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown wooden washstand with a back panel, armrests on both sides, and four straight legs. A lower shelf has two cutout handles. The top surface features a circular hole. The back panel is slightly taller than the seat. The armrests are curved. The surface shows signs of wear and aging. The background is a plain off-white color.

Artwork details

Date:
1810–30
Medium:
Pine
Culture:
American, Shaker
Dimensions:
494 × 625 px
Museum record:
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