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Powder Charge Container

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown leather case with rounded corners and visible wear and tear; the case is open, revealing a darker interior. Six cylindrical containers are arranged side-by-side, connected by a chain and secured to the case; each container features a gold-colored metal top and bottom with blue floral designs; the bodies of the containers are covered in brown leather, some with red and green stripes. Three dark brown metal legs protrude from the bottom of the case. To the right of the case are two additional containers, one with a gold-colored metal top and bottom and blue floral designs, and a cylindrical beige object. The background is plain white. The image depicts a Powder Charge Container by David W. The objects have an antique appearance.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Ivory, leather, textile, silver, niello
Culture:
Caucasian
Dimensions:
506 × 624 px
Museum record:
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