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Powder Flask

1800-1900 (made)
Place of origin

Powder flask in the form of a horn, with brass mounts and a black nut on the nozzle.


Object details

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Brief description
Powder flask in the form of a horn. Possibly German, ca. 1800-1900.
Physical description
Powder flask in the form of a horn, with brass mounts and a black nut on the nozzle.
Dimensions
  • Length: 11.75in
  • Base width: 3.375in
Object history
Bought in Abyssinia
Collection
Accession number
190-1869

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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