Ring-shaped Ivory Powder Flask with \u2018Turkish head knot\u2019 Motif
\n17th century<\/p>\n
This ring-shaped powder flask is carved from ivory and decorated with an incised \u2018Turkish head knot\u2019 motif. Such symmetrical patterns gained popularity across many European countries during the Renaissance, inspired by designs from classical antiquity. The intricate linear design also reflects advances in technical instruments such as compasses, supporting a 17th-century dating.<\/p>\n
The brass stopper, characterized by a typical horizontal structure, further confirms the flask\u2019s 17th-century origin. This type of flask was worn as part of a huntsman\u2019s or soldier\u2019s gear to safely carry gunpowder.<\/p>\n
Procedencia: Colecci\u00f3n privada holandesa
\nMaterial: Ivory, brass
\nPeriod: 17th century
\nDimensions: 12 x 12 cm, diameter ivory 9 cm.
\nCondition: In good condition, with expected signs of age<\/p>\n
Important Notice \u2013 CITES Regulation
\nThis item contains material (e.g. ivory) that falls under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
\nIn accordance with CITES regulations, this object can only be shipped within the European Union.
\nUnfortunately, we are unable to export this piece outside the EU.
\nFor any questions regarding international shipping or documentation, feel free to contact us directly.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Ring-shaped Ivory Powder Flask with \u2018Turkish head knot\u2019 Motif 17th century This ring-shaped powder flask is carved from ivory and decorated with an incised \u2018Turkish head knot\u2019 motif. Such symmetrical patterns gained popularity across many European countries during the Renaissance, inspired by designs from classical antiquity. The intricate linear design also reflects advances in technical […]<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":5916,"template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[49,8],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-5926","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-art-antiques-collection","7":"product_cat-various","8":"product_shipping_class-cites","10":"first","11":"instock","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple"},"yoast_head":"\n