19 C. Indian Barutdan Powder Horn

Barutdan (Or Baruddan) is the Indian class name for horns and flask for black powder. However, in the community of arms and armor collection it refers mostly to the circle shaped horn.  The circular shaped horn is also common to many other cultures: Russia, Ottoman empire and Arab cultures to mention few.

The Barutdan offered here is Indian, mid to late 19 C. Made of hardwood carved to shape and covered with black leather. The Barutdan is Opened at its wide side and fixed with a bone / ivory mouth and a wood plug. This aperture is used to fill and to empty the powder. The plug is connected with a light multi links double silver chain to the steel ring in the center of the horn. s.

Diameter 6 X 6 1/2 inches (15 X 16 cm). Very good condition.