Antique European Porcelain Washstand Set with Gilt Decoration

Antique European porcelain washstand set with a large basin, tall water pitcher and two coordinating covered toiletry pieces, unified by a decorative gilt border. Before running water became standard in the home, washstand services provided the necessities for daily washing and grooming within the bedroom or dressing room. The pitcher supplied water for the basin while the smaller covered pieces accommodated soap and other personal necessities.

MATERIALS: Glazed porcelain with gilt decoration

DIMENSIONS: 

DIMENSIONS: Bowl - 14.25" Diameter, 4.5" tall, water pitcher - 10" Diameter, 10.75" tall, toothbrush holder - 9" L x 3.5" tall, soap holder - 5"L x 3.5"

CONDITION: Antique condition with wear consistent with age and use, including surface marks and wear to the gilt decoration. See large chip mark on spout of pitcher.