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View translationByzantine Earthenware 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade (No Reserve Price)
No. 88835841
Byzantine Earthenware 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade
Circa 9th-11th century AD
This interesting hollow earthenware vessel, acorn-shaped with a pointed bottom, is notable for its broad rounded shoulder, deeply incised vertical lines along the body, and a double collar at the base of the neck. The top is equipped with a protruding spout, designed with a small opening for filling. The form and features of this vessel suggest its use as a hand grenade, possibly used to hold explosive materials in defensive or offensive military contexts.
Functioning as a hand grenade, this artefact was designed to be filled with Greek fire or other combustible substances. When thrown, the vessel would break upon impact, dispersing the contents and igniting upon contact with the target, making it a formidable weapon in Byzantine military strategies.
Dimensions: 125mm x 85mm; weight 435g
Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
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Seller's Story
All items will be posted very fast from our Belgium offices. We offer very cheap shipping and extremely fast delivery within all the EU. Please note the shipping costs also include the handling fee and packing material.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Authenticity: All items sold by Ancient Art & Coins are guaranteed to be authentic and as described or your money back. We have a combined experience of over 50 years of collecting and selling works of art and we collaborate with consultants, academics and laboratories from the field to ensure all objects sold are genuine.
Important: Each winner will be charged a reduced VAT percentage that is customary in the country to which the lot is shipped and Catawiki will pay the VAT collected directly to the buyer´s destination country Tax Authorities.
Byzantine Earthenware 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade
Circa 9th-11th century AD
This interesting hollow earthenware vessel, acorn-shaped with a pointed bottom, is notable for its broad rounded shoulder, deeply incised vertical lines along the body, and a double collar at the base of the neck. The top is equipped with a protruding spout, designed with a small opening for filling. The form and features of this vessel suggest its use as a hand grenade, possibly used to hold explosive materials in defensive or offensive military contexts.
Functioning as a hand grenade, this artefact was designed to be filled with Greek fire or other combustible substances. When thrown, the vessel would break upon impact, dispersing the contents and igniting upon contact with the target, making it a formidable weapon in Byzantine military strategies.
Dimensions: 125mm x 85mm; weight 435g
Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Disclaimer:
NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION.
All items will be shipped from Belgium.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally.
The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence.
The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object.
The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer.
The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
The seller will not ship outside the EU.
Seller's Story
All items will be posted very fast from our Belgium offices. We offer very cheap shipping and extremely fast delivery within all the EU. Please note the shipping costs also include the handling fee and packing material.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Authenticity: All items sold by Ancient Art & Coins are guaranteed to be authentic and as described or your money back. We have a combined experience of over 50 years of collecting and selling works of art and we collaborate with consultants, academics and laboratories from the field to ensure all objects sold are genuine.
Important: Each winner will be charged a reduced VAT percentage that is customary in the country to which the lot is shipped and Catawiki will pay the VAT collected directly to the buyer´s destination country Tax Authorities.
Culture
Byzantine
Name of object
Earthenware 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade
Century/ Timeframe
Circa 9th-11th century AD
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Condition
Very good
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Leider war wieder ein Objekt sehr stark restauriert, es wurde aber als "sehr gut" angeboten!!
View translationVery good auction !!! Superb
View translationEntgegen der Angabe, dass das Glas in sehr gutem Zustand sei, stellte ich nach Erhalt fest, dass das Objekt, stark restauriert ist. Der Verkäufer nahm das Glas zurück, aber die Enttäuschung bleibt!
View translationTutto perfetto, grazie mille
View translationI received the wrong lot, had to sent it back, they provided a DHL return label. I have confirmation they received it, but they did not send me the coin I originally bought so I lost 250€. No CW help.
View translationAll good, thank you.
View translationA perfect ring in stunning order! Well packed, fast delivery.
View translationI am really happy with the order. It came with a certificate
View translationtutto perfetto
View translationReceived. All good.
View translationsehr schönes Stück
View translationParfait
View translationSchöne Teile, sehr schnelle Lieferung 👍 Alles sehr gut gelaufen!
View translationpacco arrivato in tempi brevi imballato perfettamente con tutta la documentazione a corredo bellissima urna romana grazie:-)
View translationGreat! Well packed it arrived safe and sound! Thank you!
View translationParfait comme toujours 👌🎊🍀🎀
View translationBeautiful sculpture!!!!
View translationAll fine, quick response
View translationEverything good, the object is beautiful. Many thanks also for the assistance with the carrier. Robert
View translationJust perfect
View translationSalve l’oggetto è arrivato integro, pensavo ad un unguentario più grande invece le dimensioni sono molto piccole, bel colore con traccia di color oro non so se originali o di restauro. Saluti MP
View translationeverything is ok, fast shiping!
View translationeverything is ok, fast shiping!
View translationDisclaimer
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
