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What is a basin in a bathroom?

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What is a basin in a bathroom?
A basin in a bathroom is a bowl for washing, typically attached to a wall and having taps connected to a water supply. They are made in various shapes and styles. Find antique and vintage basin options for your bathroom on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Shop for Bathroom Wash Basin on 1stDibs
Sherle Wagner Chinoiserie Ming Blossom Blue Wash Basin & Faucet Spout Italy
By Sherle Wagner
Located in St. Louis, MO
room / bathroom wash basin sink, nickel plated bronze spout & handles with matching Ming Blossom Blue
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass, Bronze

English Victorian Marble Effect Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
bathroom wash basin is truly timeless. Made in porcelain, the top of the basin is hand painted with veining
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Wash Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pretty late 19th century wash basin with soap dishes. For use with wall or surface mounted taps.
Category

Antique 19th Century Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Ceramic

Edwardian Style Corner Wash Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A corner wash basin and original cast iron bracket, manufactured by H. Pontifex and Sons, Shoe Lane
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Antique Wash Stand with Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
original wash stand with a modern basin to show what a fabulous practical and individual sink unit it would
Category

Early 20th Century Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Marble

Antique Wall Mounted Wash Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed wall mounted wash basin with cast iron bracket and original brass taps.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Brass, Iron

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