Basin

• Artist: Thomas Danforth Boardman (Maker)
• Medium: Pewter
• Geographical Location: Hartford, Connecticut, USA
• Dates: 1805-1820
• Dimensions: 1 5/8 x 5 3/4 x 5 5/8 in. (4.1 x 14.6 x 14.3 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on inside bottom, in center: partially struck stamp of eagle with spread wings behind a shield, lines with stars on end (rays?) radiate from behind eagle's head, all underneath a beaded arch.
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5Q12-LUCE, Unit 20, Shelf P
• Accession Number: 45.10.91
• Image: 45.10.91.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Pewter basin, round, rises from flat bottom to slightly flared sides, top edge angled out to form narrow, flat rim. Incised ring on inside around bottom. CONDITION: Fair; bowl slightly bent / misshapen and does not sit flat; overall tarnish, scratches, and pitting; a few large spots of discoloration on sides.