Balkan - Kruitfles from the 19th century - Military accessories
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19th-century antique powder flask from the Balkan region with brass front and back in repoussé decoration, featuring a cherub and dragons above and guardian angel and double-headed eagle motifs, with original cap and chain, standing on two feet; dimensions 16 × 11 × 7 cm, weight 692 g, in original condition.
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Authentic 19th-century antique powder flask (also known as a powder horn), used by hunters or soldiers for storing and transporting gunpowder.
This rare piece originates from the Balkan region, with influences from Greek, Ottoman, and Russian craftsmanship.
The front and back are made of brass or a copper-brass alloy and feature an elaborate repoussé decoration.
At the top, the relief design depicts a Cherub with two dragons below. The sides are richly decorated with a guardian angel at the top and a double-headed eagle at the bottom, symbolizing power and protection.
Both sides are identical in design.
The flask retains its original cap with chain and is designed to stand upright on two small feet.
After testing, all metal is non-magnetic, except for the chain.
The sides are most likely silver-plated as they are non-magnetic and a silver color appears after cleaning, as shown in the picture of the bottom.
Preserved in untouched, original condition, with no repairs or restorations.
Weight: 692 grams.
Authentic 19th-century antique powder flask (also known as a powder horn), used by hunters or soldiers for storing and transporting gunpowder.
This rare piece originates from the Balkan region, with influences from Greek, Ottoman, and Russian craftsmanship.
The front and back are made of brass or a copper-brass alloy and feature an elaborate repoussé decoration.
At the top, the relief design depicts a Cherub with two dragons below. The sides are richly decorated with a guardian angel at the top and a double-headed eagle at the bottom, symbolizing power and protection.
Both sides are identical in design.
The flask retains its original cap with chain and is designed to stand upright on two small feet.
After testing, all metal is non-magnetic, except for the chain.
The sides are most likely silver-plated as they are non-magnetic and a silver color appears after cleaning, as shown in the picture of the bottom.
Preserved in untouched, original condition, with no repairs or restorations.
Weight: 692 grams.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Army Unit
Kruitfles from the 19th century
Country of Origin
Balkan
Material
Brass, Silverplate
Condition
Good condition
Original/ Replica
Original
Height
16 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
7 cm
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
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