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Powder Flask

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown and gold object with textured surface, resembling a horn with handle, top covered with light-colored wood. A small cylindrical container fits into a depression on top. The handle extends from the side of the object with a decorative wood piece at the end.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Wood, shagreen, ivory
Culture:
Indian
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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