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Combination Powder Horn, Spanner, and Screw Driver

17th century
Not on view
The faceted horn-shaped body is engraved with abstract wavy patterns. For filling the flask, the lid hinged at the wide end can be opened; it is fitted with a nozzle, chiseled and engraved, and a spring-activated semicircular release lever. The opposite end of the flask is provided with a screwdriver and a spring-held pivoted spanner. One end of the spanner is fitted to the wheel spindle, while the other, smaller, end was used to tighten the jaws of the cock holding a piece of pyrite. On the body are a long narrow belt hook and a loop for a cord because these flasks were hung around the neck to speed up reloading.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Combination Powder Horn, Spanner, and Screw Driver
  • Date: 17th century
  • Culture: Italian
  • Medium: Steel, horn
  • Dimensions: L. 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm); D. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Wt. 10.6 oz. (300.5 g)
  • Classification: Firearms Accessories-Powder Horns
  • Credit Line: The Collection of Giovanni P. Morosini, presented by his daughter Giulia, 1932
  • Object Number: 32.75.184
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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