Powder Horn

A powder horn, encased in Mandingo leatherwork. Mandingo leatherwork is traditionally associated with Muslim elites and comes from the Northern Province of Sierra Leone.

Further Information

  • Type: Weapons, armour
  • Object: Powder Horn
  • Materials: Bone, ivory, tooth, Leather, animal skin, Metal
  • Culture Group: Mandingo
  • Dimensions: 75mm x 350mm x 230mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1906
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Thomas Joshua Alldridge (Photographer)
  • Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
  • Accession Number: BMAG:R723/7

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