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Powder Flask

c. 1575–1625

Germany, late 16th-early 17th century

Medium
horn (two branches); engraved allegorical scenes (unidentified); mounts missing
Measurements
Overall: 18.4 x 15.8 cm (7 1/4 x 6 1/4 in.)
Weight: 200 g (7.05 oz.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1916.674
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Location
210A Armor Court
Print
A Y-shaped engraved horn powder flask in light tan depicts nude figures in fine dark lines. Below, a nude man on the left holds a basket toward a kneeling nude woman on the right holding a vase. Above, two nude child figures stand among stylized foliage. Dark brown stains mark the surface. The figures have light skin tones and defined features amidst a background of dense floral patterns.

Powder Flask

c. 1575–1625

Germany, late 16th-early 17th century

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