Kohl Flask

661–750

Not on view

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.

Artwork Details

Overview

Provenance

Title: Kohl Flask
Date: 661–750
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
Object Number: 1975.315
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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