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Basin
Accession # 45.10.93
Maker William Danforth
Title Basin
Date 1792-1820
Medium Pewter
Dimensions 2 x 7 7/8 x 8 in. (5.1 x 20 x 20.3 cm)
Marks Impressed on interior of basin in center, partially impressed or worn stamp of: "WILLIAM" arching over eagle with outspread wings and American crest over its breast against a background of stars, and "[DANFORTH]" arching below
Credit Line Designated Purchase Fund
Location Visible Storage: Case 20, Shelf P (Pewter)
Description Round pewter basin; rises from flat bottom to slightly flaring sides and narrow, everted rim with incised band in center. CONDITION: Good; tarnished; light scratches and pitting; a few small dings in bottom and on sides.