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What are those bowls used for?

This stand would have been used for washing up in the morning, before running water was available in homes. The bowl would have held water for washing one's face, hands, etc.

Large Basin

Decorative Arts and Design

On View: Decorative Art, N.Schenck Bed - North - beside the Dining Room

MAKER Thomas Danforth III, American, 1756–1840

MEDIUM Pewter

COLLECTIONS Decorative Arts and Design

ACCESSION NUMBER 45.10.97

CREDIT LINE Designated Purchase Fund

MUSEUM LOCATION This item is on view in Decorative Art, N.Schenck Bed - North - beside the Dining Room

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