Washstand
1740-1770 (made)
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Basin stands such as this one were used in bedrooms. The circular rim supported a basin for washing and the round box and cover underneath contained the soap (which was usually round). There are two drawers for toilet accessories. A water jug stood on the lower triangular shelf.
On loan to Marble Hill House.
On loan to Marble Hill House.
Object details
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Parts | This object consists of 4 parts.
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Materials and techniques | Carved and turned mahogany |
Brief description | Washstand of turned mahogany, English, ca. 1750. |
Physical description | Openwork mahogany stand on three cabriole legs, with three turned supports rising through a set of two small triangular drawers to support a circular ring on which a basin would rest. |
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Summary | Basin stands such as this one were used in bedrooms. The circular rim supported a basin for washing and the round box and cover underneath contained the soap (which was usually round). There are two drawers for toilet accessories. A water jug stood on the lower triangular shelf. On loan to Marble Hill House. |
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Accession number | W.50:1 to 4-1910 |
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Record created | January 26, 2004 |
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