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What is a wash basin used for?
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A wash basin is a large vessel that is used to wash your hands and face. While sink and wash basin are terms that are used interchangeably, a sink is usually attached to a wall and has hot and cold water taps, whereas the wash basin typically refers to a large bowl or receptacle for water while washing. Shop a range of vintage wash basins on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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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
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
Vintage Industrial Hospital Wash Basin, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage, industrial, brushed hospital wash basin.
- Made during the 1960s.
- It features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Bathroom Fixtures
Materials
Enamel, Iron
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 Victorian Wash Basin or Sink
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Victorian wash basin or sink, with a marble effect finish, hand painted under the glaze
Category
Antique 19th Century Bathroom Fixtures
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Hand-Carved Marble Wash Basin
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century hand-carved marble wash basin.
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Balustrades and Fixtures
Materials
Marble
