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Powder Flask

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Powder Flask by artist. Curved brown object with gold trim and decorative elements. The object is made of tortoiseshell, with a gold-accented edge. A gold filigree design adorns the center, featuring foliage and animal motifs. A small black square is visible within the design. The top of the object features a gold cap with a decorative shape. The object is positioned on a gray background, casting a shadow to the left.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1730–40
Medium:
Tortoiseshell, brass, gold, steel
Culture:
Probably Austrian
Dimensions:
435 × 625 px
Museum record:
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