Wash Basin Collection (page 2)

Public latrines and wash basin in Dougga, 2nd century BC
Public latrines and wash basin near the baths in the Roman city of Dougga, 2nd century BC

Public latrine and washbasin near the baths in Roman Dougga, 2nd century
Public latrine and washbasin near the baths in Dougga, 2nd century

White-ground lekythos with a pianting of a woman at a wash basin, Attica, Greece, 470BC-460BC. From the British Museums collection

CHICAGO: APARTMENT, 1941. The kitchen of an apartment on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1941

CHICAGO: APARTMENT, 1941. A woman in her apartment on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1941

NEW MEXICO: HOUSE, 1940. Jack Whinerys daughter washing her hands in the family s
NEW MEXICO: HOUSE, 1940. Jack Whinerys daughter washing her hands in the familys dugout in Pie Town, New Mexico. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1940

ARKANSAS: FLOOD CAMP, 1937. Washing up facilities in a camp for white flood refugees at Forrest City, Arkansas. Photograph by Walker Evans, February 1937

ARKANSAS: REFUGEES, 1937. A flood refugee washing clothes in the refugee camp at Forrest City, Arkansas, after the Ohio River flood. Photograph by Edwin Locke, February 1937

FLOATING HOSPITAL, c1910. The bathroom on the Helen C. Juilliard, a floating hospital operated for the poor by the St. Johns Guild in New York City. Photograph, c1910

Guatemala, Antigua. Public wash basins where the local women do their laundry

Little boy brushing his teeth
A little boy brushes his teeth -- he can only just reach over the washbasin. (2 of 2)

BABYs BATHTIME 1912
Mother and baby in a modern bathroom

Wash Basin 1930
An elegant pink washbasin by Dent & Hellyer in an art deco bathroom

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"Exploring the Artistic Evolution of the Wash Basin: A Glimpse into History and Daily Life" Step back in time with us as we delve into the fascinating world of wash basins, where art meets functionality. From Pierre Bonnard's masterpiece "Mirror above a Washstand, 1908, " to Bernard Gussow's innovative "Corner Wash-stand, c. 1936, " these captivating pieces showcase the evolution of this essential household item. In an era when cleanliness was paramount, advertisements like Pravia Soap's 1916 advert remind us of the importance placed on personal hygiene. The Corner of the Kitchen, depicted in pen and black ink by an unknown artist, transports us to a humble abode where simplicity reigns supreme. Traveling south to Hale County, Alabama in 1936 through Walker Evans' lens reveals a glimpse into Floyd Burroughs' cabin. Here we find a washstand nestled amidst both dog run and kitchen—a testament to resourcefulness even in challenging circumstances. Jacques Emile Blanch's oil painting from 1888 takes us inside his Cabinet de Toilette—an opulent sanctuary dedicated solely to grooming rituals. Meanwhile, a cowboy having his haircut circa 1905 reminds us that even rugged individuals sought moments of self-care amidst their adventurous lives. The man in blue kitchen invites speculation about his story—his surroundings painted meticulously on canvas spark curiosity about his daily routine and how he utilizes his wash basin within this vibrant space. Venturing further back in time brings us face-to-face with a ritual wash basin from the sixteenth century—a relic shrouded in mystery but undoubtedly used for ceremonial purposes. Suzuki Harunobu's delicate print captures two women engaged in hair-washing rituals during Japan's Edo period (1767/68), highlighting cultural practices surrounding personal care. Bernard Gussow returns with another creation—the corner wash-stand—this time showcasing functionality and space-saving design.