Antique 18th Century Islamic Persian Zand Dynasty Glass Saddle Flask
$550.00
Antique, 18th century, Islamic Persian Zand dynasty period, Shiraz, Glass saddle flask. hand-blown of green, emerald color glass. The flattened ovoid form body rising to the neck with flaring mouth applied with trailed spiral decoration. Very high kick base large snapped pontil.
Thick glass bottles such as this example were used for transporting liquids as wine or water across distances. The thickness of the body rendered them sturdy and virtually unbreakable. A unique feature of such bottles is that they were not intended to stand on a surface, flattened shape conform to animal side. They were packed, in saddle bags, and carried on the back of an animal such as a horse, camel, or a donkey.
For related flasks in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City
Please see the links below.
https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/82...
https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/82...
DIMENSIONS:
Height: 26 cm (10.24 inches).
Width: 20 cm (7.87 inches).
Weight: 1.381 kg (3.04 lb.)
CONDITION: In very good condition, no cracks, chips, or repairs. Showing age and use, with wear considering its age of more than 200 years.
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