Arms & ArmorFirearms Accessories-Flasks & Primerspossibly 16th–17th centuryPowder Flask is a firearms accessories-flasks & primers of Tibetan or Mongolian origin created in possibly 16th–17th century using leather, horn, shellac, gold, pigment measuring H. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); Wt. 3.1 oz… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Leather, horn, shellac, gold, pigment |
| Dimensions | H. 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); Wt. 3.1 oz. (87.9 g) |
| Classification | Firearms Accessories-Flasks & Primers |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | possibly 16th–17th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tibetan or Mongolian culture. The estimated date range is 1475 – 1725.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Powder Flask?
Powder Flask is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Powder Flask created?
Powder Flask dates to possibly 16th–17th century.
What material is Powder Flask made from?
Powder Flask is crafted from leather, horn, shellac, gold, pigment.
Is Powder Flask in the public domain?
Powder Flask is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026