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.
Creative: Tronvig Group