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Object Name |
Flask, Powder |
Common Name |
Powder Gourd |
Catalog Number |
1942.32 |
Maker |
United States |
Date |
ca. 1812 |
Dimensions |
H-5 W-3.75 inches |
Description |
This light brown powder gourd has a traditional gourd shape, large at the base with an opening at the top. |
Notes |
An old card states, "Gourd used by Samuel Tate as a powder horn, during the War of 1812." |
Collection |
Janet V. Casey Collection |
Event |
War of 1812 |
People |
Tate, Samuel |
Subjects |
Containers War Water Water carriers |
Search Terms |
War of 1812 Water pitcher |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |