Hand-Washing Basin

Artist Unknown

ca. 1800

Photograph of basin with floral motif and Hebrew engraving.
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Material Culture, 1750–1880

Many types of objects—furnishings and clothing, jewels and medals, wares crafted by Jews or specifically for use by Jews—are included in the Posen Library.

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