Powder Horn

dated March 10, 1809

Not on view

An inscription on this powder horn identifies its owner and probable maker as Benito Pérez Gómez. Dated 1809, the horn is crudely engraved with skirmishing soldiers, including one holding a musket and another on horseback. The archangel St. Michael, patron and protector of soldiers, is shown battling the devil. Inscriptions give thanks to God and praise Jesus and Mary.

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Title: Powder Horn
Date: dated March 10, 1809
Culture: Mexican
Medium: Horn (ox)
Dimensions: L. 12 3/8 in. (31.4 cm); Diam. 3 in. (7.6 cm); Wt. 7.9 oz. (224 g)
Classification: Firearms Accessories-Powder Horns
Credit Line: The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889
Object Number: 89.4.1144
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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