Brush Washer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a dark-colored, shiny object. The object labeled "Brush Washer" and attributed to an unknown artist, is rounded and bowl-like, with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The object has a smooth, glossy surface that reflects light, with a darker color on the outside and a lighter color on the inside. It appears to be made of stone or metal, with a small number "914" printed in white on the front. The object sits on a flat surface, with a small piece of paper underneath it that has some text on it, but the text is not legible. The background of the image is a plain light-colored wall.