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Powder Flask

last quarter 16th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Powder Flask
  • Date: last quarter 16th century
  • Culture: probably French
  • Medium: Antler, bone, steel, gold
  • Dimensions: H. 10 1/8 in. (25.7 cm); W. 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm); D. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 0.9 oz. (479.1 g)
  • Classification: Firearms Accessories-Powder Horns
  • Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.25.1492
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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