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Basin

Maker: Samuel Kilbourn
Medium: Pewter
Place Made: 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.
Collections: Decorative Arts
Museum Location: This item is on view in Luce Visible Storage and Study Center, 5th Floor
Accession Number: 45.10.238
Credit Line: Designated Purchase Fund
Image: Overall, 45.10.238.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 2004

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.

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