Arms & ArmorFirearms Accessories18th–19th centuryAmmunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches is a firearms accessories of North Indian origin created in 18th–19th century using leather, cowhorn, ivory, linen, cotton, wood measuring Ammunition belt (a); L. 64 in. (162.6 cm); powder flask… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Leather, cowhorn, ivory, linen, cotton, wood |
| Dimensions | Ammunition belt (a); L. 64 in. (162.6 cm); powder flask (b); H. 7 in. (17.8 cm); W. 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm); D. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Wt. 10.5 oz. (297.7 g); cartridge case (c); L. 6 in. (15.2 cm); roll pouch (d); L. 6 in. (15.2 cm); W. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm); primer (e); L. 10 in. (25.4 cm); amulet pouch (f); L. 9 in. (22.9 cm); cartridges (g-j.); L. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm); total Wt. excluding powder flask 1 lb. 11 oz. (765.4 g) |
| Classification | Firearms Accessories |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | 18th–19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the North Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1701 – 1900.
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What department houses Ammunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches?
Ammunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ammunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches created?
Ammunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches dates to 18th–19th century.
What material is Ammunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches made from?
Ammunition Belt (Kamr) with Powder Flask and Pouches is crafted from leather, cowhorn, ivory, linen, cotton, wood.
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