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Miniature Washstand

American

Caption

American. Miniature Washstand, ca. 1835. Painted pine, 17 x 9 3/8 x 9 in. (43.2 x 23.8 x 22.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Mrs. Charles E. Rogers, Jr., 57.181.3.

Culture

American

Title

Miniature Washstand

Date

ca. 1835

Medium

Painted pine

Classification

Furniture

Dimensions

17 x 9 3/8 x 9 in. (43.2 x 23.8 x 22.9 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Charles E. Rogers, Jr.

Accession Number

57.181.3

Frequent Art Questions

  • 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.

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Artists and makers

American

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