Basin c. 1780

"Basin" is a simple, yet striking still life by English artist Thomas Compton, dating back to c. 1780. The artwork, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases a singular silver basin, rendered with meticulous detail. The work exemplifies Compton's talent for capturing the subtle textures and reflections of everyday objects, highlighting the beauty inherent in even the most mundane of things. The composition's minimalist approach underscores the basin's form and emphasizes its presence as a central subject.