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1952.5.2

Brass gunpowder flask decorated with an incised and bas relief floral design and with two ring attachments for carrying. [SM 02/11/2007]

1952.5.2

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Collection type
Object
Description
Brass gunpowder flask decorated with an incised and bas relief floral design and with two ring attachments for carrying. [SM 02/11/2007]
Long description
Brass gunpowder flask decorated with an incised and bas relief floral design and with two ring attachments for carrying. The body of the powder flask is circular in plan; the neck is narrow and plugged with a leather stopper. [SM 02/11/2007]
Geographical reference
Asia
Asia
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1952
Date collected
By 1952
Acquisition information
Donated: 1952
Materials and processes
Material Brass Metal, Material Animal Leather Skin, Process Incised, Process Perforated, Process Soldered, Process Decorated
Dimensions
Width: max 119 mm, Length: max 174 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1952.5.2

Search terms: Firearm Weapon, Transport and Travel, Vessel, Firearm Accessory, Carrying Device, Stopper, Ammunition Holder

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