Basin
Josiah Danforth
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Caption
Josiah Danforth. Basin, 1825–1837. Pewter, 2 x 5 7/8 x 5 7/8 in. (5.1 x 14.9 x 14.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Designated Purchase Fund, 45.10.61. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
Maker
Title
Basin
Date
1825–1837
Geography
Place made: Middletown, Connecticut, United States
Medium
Pewter
Classification
Dimensions
2 x 5 7/8 x 5 7/8 in. (5.1 x 14.9 x 14.9 cm)
Markings
Impressed on interior of basin in center, partially impressed circular stamp of: "[I. DANFORTH]" around top edge, eagle with outspread wings and American crest over its breast in center, and "MIDD.CT." along bottom edge (top part of stamp worn)
Credit Line
Designated Purchase Fund
Accession Number
45.10.61
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