unknown powder flask

[rickystl]

Hi Wodimi.

As for the flask that you originally posted, I agree with Stu. The spout and iron work look Afghan. Something interesting to note is the pour spout being positioned about 60 degrees from vertical. I believe this was so the spout would be positioned away from the torso while on horse/camel back.
You will note that many of these flasks have a carrying ring on each side of the flask, and a third device at the center back of the flask. I believe this center device was used to hang the flask from a hook on the waist belt while riding. And the shoulder strap so the flask would not be lost, or while on foot. Much the way a sword belt works.
The last two wooden flasks posted I believe one or both to be Algerian.
Anyway, nice Afghan flask in a style you don't generally see.

Rick

[Ibrahiim al Balooshi]

Here is another ~ said to be Ottoman leather powder flask and belt pouch, 19th century, possibly North African, the circular flask having a silver metal spout, decorative medallion, and silver nail studs, 3"h x 5"w x 8"d; the pouch with applied silver metal mounts, 7"w x 6.5"w

Identical to the project flask. I assume they mean the pouch is leather ... I think the round flask is wood...? Ah I'm wrong ... see the reverse view it's leather. I assume leather over wood?

See sold item at https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/a...d-a52a011541ea

Is this the same item please?

Regards,
Ibrahiim al Balooshi.

[Wodimi]

yes leather over wood and also yes it's the same bottle, but not bought in that auction. There was also no pouch, only the flask...strange.
I bought it in a UK auction, not in US.

[rickystl]

Too bad the pouch dissapeared. The iron reinforced leather pouch is also typical of Afghan construction. And appears in very nice condition like the flask.

Rick

[BANDOOK]

I GUESS FROM AFGANISTAN HERE IS MINE