28: A FINE 16TH/17TH CENTURY INLAID POWDER FLASK

The half-round domed body of wood with central overlaid bone medallion with scrimmed mask, the surrounding body with inlaid circles and dots of brass, bone and ebony colored material, iron mount and wheelock filler spout, the reverse with inlaid decoration of bone circles and inlaid wood dots.
Measures 5.75 x 2.5 x 3.75 inches.
Very good condition, noting minor losses and minimal effects of age and use.
Provenance: The Russell Stover Candy family estate, Kansas City, Missouri.
$500 - $1,000