Basin 1727 - 1729

"Basin" is a silver serving dish created by French silversmith Léopold Antoine between 1727 and 1729. The oval-shaped dish features a central coat of arms and is ornately decorated with engraved floral motifs and a beaded border. The basin's elegant design and craftsmanship reflect the refined tastes of the Rococo period, and the use of silver underscores its status as a luxurious object. The basin, now held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, stands as a testament to the artistry of Antoine, a prominent silversmith who worked during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.