Basin 1738 - 1750

silver, metalwork-silver, sculpture

3d sculpting

silver

egg art

3d printed part

jewelry design

ring

sculptural image

culinary art

metalwork-silver

stoneware

wash background

sculpture

ceramic

decorative-art

"Basin" is a silver dish crafted by German silversmith Friedrich Schwestermuller II. Created between 1738 and 1750, this elegant piece features a smooth, oval-shaped surface with intricate engraved details. Its scallop-like edges contribute to the overall delicate aesthetic of the dish. Now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, "Basin" showcases the refined craftsmanship of 18th-century silversmithing. This piece is a testament to the skill of the Rococo era and exemplifies the decorative art of the period.