Priming Flask
The object is a curved, yellowish-gold artifact resembling a horn. The horn has a dragon-like creature on one end with a long snout. The body of the horn features intricate designs including bands with geometric patterns, and figures. The horn's surface is adorned with detailed carvings throughout. The background is gray with a shadow underneath the horn. The title of the piece is "Priming Flask" by an unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- mid-17th century
- Medium
- Ivory, wood, pigment, resin
- Culture
- Indian, probably Deccan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 394 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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