Artist/Maker
Lask & Cap Company
Powder flask
1840-1860
Place madeUnited States, North America
Brass, leather, iron, cotton
Overall: 2 3/4 x 1 in. ( 7 x 2.5 cm )
Gift of Garrett H. Winter
1943.373
According to accession records, this flask was used for hunting by the donor's father, John Jacob Winters.
DescriptionBrass, leather, iron, and cotton powder flask; pear-shaped brass body with cylindrical mouthpiece at top of circular collar and hinged lever on side; stitched brown leather cover with iron ring at bottom, flask stamped with hunting dog on both sides, with fence and tree in background.ClassificationsMILITARY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: AMMUNITION
