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编号 91321695
A Byzantine ceramic grenade featuring a hollow globular body which tapers sharply to a pointed base. To the top, the vessel rises into a short neck and ends in a small, perforated mouth. The neck is adorned with an encircling ridge, below which a concentric pattern of heart-like shapes have been incised. Further down the body a series of thin, linear incisions have also been etched onto the surface. Minor chips and pitting appear upon the surface of the grenade, as well as earthly encrustations, which are all consistent with the age of the vessel.
This item would have been filled with an explosive liquid known as ‘Greek Fire’ and used as a hand grenade. Greek fire, also referred to as liquid fire, was the most famous weapon in the Byzantine arsenal, saving the Byzantines for centuries from foreign attacks. Being used in both defence and attack situations, the weapon proved significant in the survival of the Byzantine Empire. The formula for the flammable mixture was closely guarded for centuries and irredeemably lost after the collapse of the Empire. Its precise composition thus remains unknown to this day. Their average size and grip suggest the vessel being thrown by hand, in short-range conflicts, but this does not exclude the use of grenades in long-distance battles and at sea; as they were most likely hurled by catapults.
Measurements: (circa) L.17.4cm x W 10cm
Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.
N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 18th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 6th January 2025).
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A Byzantine ceramic grenade featuring a hollow globular body which tapers sharply to a pointed base. To the top, the vessel rises into a short neck and ends in a small, perforated mouth. The neck is adorned with an encircling ridge, below which a concentric pattern of heart-like shapes have been incised. Further down the body a series of thin, linear incisions have also been etched onto the surface. Minor chips and pitting appear upon the surface of the grenade, as well as earthly encrustations, which are all consistent with the age of the vessel.
This item would have been filled with an explosive liquid known as ‘Greek Fire’ and used as a hand grenade. Greek fire, also referred to as liquid fire, was the most famous weapon in the Byzantine arsenal, saving the Byzantines for centuries from foreign attacks. Being used in both defence and attack situations, the weapon proved significant in the survival of the Byzantine Empire. The formula for the flammable mixture was closely guarded for centuries and irredeemably lost after the collapse of the Empire. Its precise composition thus remains unknown to this day. Their average size and grip suggest the vessel being thrown by hand, in short-range conflicts, but this does not exclude the use of grenades in long-distance battles and at sea; as they were most likely hurled by catapults.
Measurements: (circa) L.17.4cm x W 10cm
Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.
N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 18th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 6th January 2025).
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查看翻译Envio muy correcto, bien presentado y con certificados de autenticidad. El problema es la empresa de envio, FedEx, muy mal servicio. Recomiendo cambio porque es la tercera vez que me pasa lo mismo.
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查看翻译Thank you. I am very satisfied. Sincerely, Milano Paul.
查看翻译Zusätzlich zu den Zollgebühren musste ich auch noch 18 Euro Bereitstellungsendgeld für FedEx bezahlen. Das Zertifikat hat auch was abbekommen da es nur in einem dünnen Umschlag war. Bin unzufrieden!
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Well received: thank you!
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