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Priming Flask

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a priming flask, titled "Priming Flask", created by artist Unknown. The priming flask is made of ivory and has a curved shape. The priming flask features a depiction of animals. The priming flask has two sections divided by a metal hinge. The priming flask has a metal mechanism on top. The priming flask has dark spots on the bottom. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
second half of the 17th century
Medium:
Ivory, steel, pigment, resin
Culture:
Indian
Dimensions:
599 × 378 px
Museum record:
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