Convertible Dressing Case and Washstand, circa 1886

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Artifact Overview

This ingeniously designed dressing case was used in a rural hotel without indoor plumbing. It hides a complete, self-contained washing system behind its stylish exterior.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Washstand

Date Made

circa 1886

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Fully Furnished

Object ID

97.15.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Purchased with funds from the Charles V. & Katherine B. Hagler Fund.

Material

Glass (Material)
Marble (Rock)
Metal
Wood (Plant material)

Color

Brown
Gold (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 80.5 in
Width: 39 in (closed)
Length: 21.5 in (closed)