Museum Collections
Luce Center
Powderhorn
Object Number:
1943.477
Date:
1850-1865
Medium:
Brass, iron, silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 7/8 x 3 x 1 in. ( 17.5 x 7.6 x 2.5 cm )
Description:
Brass and iron powder flask; pear-shaped, silver-plated brass body with cylindrical mouthpiece at top of circular collar and hinged iron lever on side; scrolled design stamped on both sides.
Credit Line:
Gift of Margery Austen Ryerson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




