Gunpowder flask – Barud dan
Description
The gunpowder flask made of wood is in the shape of a Batwa (purse). Its surface is elaborately decorated with inlaid floral designs in ivory and mother of pearl. Originally there must have been a stopper to the flask which is missing now.
Gunpowder flask was an essential requirement of muzzle loading guns before the use of cartridges. These flasks were artistically made in a variety of shapes and materials like animal horns, ivory, wood, mother of pearl, leather and metals. Warriors and hunters used to carry these flasks generally tucked to their waist belts and used to load gunpowder in flasks whenever required.
Collection
Indian Decorative Art
Object Type
Decorative Art
Material
Wood, ivory, mother of pearl
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
Ivory and mother of pearl inlay on wood
Date
18th century CE
Location
Gujarat
Dimension
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