Atayal tribe Powder Flask

Powder flask from the Atayal tribe, made from a horn sealed at the base with a wooden plug. Two small handles with holes have been carved to allow a cord to pass through. The lid is simply fashioned from a hollowed piece of bamboo, designed to release the exact amount of powder needed.

Reference

504

Dimensions

Length : 24 cms

Width : 14 cms

Depth : 6 cms

Period

Japanese period 1930’s

Source

Atayal village

Material

Horn, wood, nails , bamboo

Price : 200 USD

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