Powder Horn

A powder horn, likely for storing gun powder. Either end is wrapped in bands of tooled leather. It is attached to a plaited strap, with tassels. This type of decoration is commonly known as Mandingo. Mandingo, here, refers to a type of craftsmanship associated with Muslim elites.

Further Information

• Type: Weapons, armour
• Object: Powder Horn
• Materials: Leather, animal skin
• Culture Group: Mandingo
• Dimensions: 280mm [L] x 80mm [W] x 70mm [C]
• Production Date: Pre 1852
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Fawsett, James [Year Acquired: 1852]
• Museum: British Museum
• Accession Number: BM:Af.1852.930.33

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