North African "Banjo" Flask for comment

Oliver Pinchot · 14th December 2017, 04:30 PM

In an Islamic context, the six-pointed star is referred to as the Seal of Solomon.
Fish, singly or in groups, were a sign of potency amongst many Asian groups, including pre-Islamic Turkic and Indian peoples. The snake, most commonly found in Persian art, represents the skills of a warrior (i.e. the ability to strike quickly.)

The form, workmanship and decoration of this flask imply a 20th century, likely post-colonial, date.

14th December 2017, 04:30 PM	#7
Oliver Pinchot Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 468	In an Islamic context, the six-pointed star is referred to as the Seal of Solomon. Fish, singly or in groups, were a sign of potency amongst many Asian groups, including pre-Islamic Turkic and Indian peoples. The snake, most commonly found in Persian art, represents the skills of a warrior (i.e. the ability to strike quickly.) The form, workmanship and decoration of this flask imply a 20th century, likely post-colonial, date.