Basin

• Artist: Samuel Kilbourn (Maker)
• Medium: Pewter
• Geographical Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
• Dates: 1814-1839
• Dimensions: 2 5/8 x 10 x 10 in. (6.7 x 25.4 x 25.4 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on inside bottom: partially struck circular stamp with serrated edge containing a standing eagle in the center with "[S.KIL]BOURN" in a banner arching above its head and "BALTIMORE." below.
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5Q12-LUCE, Unit 20, Shelf P
• Accession Number: 45.10.238
• Image: 45.10.238.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Highly polished pewter basin, rises from flat round bottom to slightly flaring sides, rim angles out and has rounded edge. CONDITION: Fair; shows use with allover scratches and pitting, especially on inside bottom.