Large 19th Century Texan Copper Cook Wash Basin
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Large 19th Century Texan Copper Cook Wash BasinDescription
The deep vessel features a rounded base, tall walls that curl at the top to form the rim, and a pair of riveted handles on the sides. The vessel has formed attractive patina and exhibits thick layers of soot on the exterior from heavy use.Context
A sizable basin formed from hammered copper sheets that was used at frontier campsites for cooking large meals and washing clothes, though thankfully not simultaneously.Category
Early Texas Furniture and Decorative Arts