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The cylindrical tube protruding from the back of this bronze duck was meant to hold an applicator for the eye makeup known as kohl. These applicators were often made of ivory, glass, or metal. The container was cast in two parts that were later joined along the middle.
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Title: Kohl Flask
Date: 7th–8th century
Geography: Attributed to Iran
Medium: Bronze; cast and chased
Dimensions:
H. 2 in. (5.1 cm)
W. 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm)
D. 13/16 in. (2.1 cm)
Wt. 1.1 oz. (31.2 g)
Classification: Metal
Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1975
Accession Number: 1975.315
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