Arms & ArmorFirearms Accessories-Flasks & PrimersA.H. 1331/A.D. 1895–96Powder Flask is a firearms accessories-flasks & primers of Persian origin created in A.H. 1331/A.D. 1895–96 using leather, pigment, steel measuring L. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); D. 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm); Wt. 3.1 oz… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Leather, pigment, steel |
| Dimensions | L. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); D. 2 9/16 in. (6.5 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 | A.H. 1331/A.D. 1895–96 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Persian culture. The estimated date range is 1895 – 1896.
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 A.H. 1331/A.D. 1895–96.
What material is Powder Flask made from?
Powder Flask is crafted from leather, pigment, steel.
Is Powder Flask in the public domain?
Powder Flask is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026