Bidspirit auction | A RARE MAMLUK POTTERY CONICAL

A RARE MAMLUK POTTERY CONICAL FLASK/HAND GRENADE, EGYPT OR SYRIA, 13TH - 14TH CENTURY - This ovoid vessel is formed with a pointed base and a short neck featuring a narrow opening. The body is richly decorated with carved vertical ribs and textured surface motifs. These vessels were believed to be used in warfare to contain combustible substances.  H: 11.5 cm