Leather water carrier made from skin

Leather water carrier made from the skin of an animal, circular ring around top, rope sling for carrying, Middle Eastern, 1851-1920

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A659368
Materials:
leather, rope and wood, ? material
Measurements:
height 590 mm
with straps: height 1220 mm
rim: diameter 290 mm
type:
water carriers