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LOT 2333
Indus Valley Clay Fertility Idol Collection
3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
5 1/4 - 8 5/8 in. (1.76 kg total, 13.5-22 cm).
A group of three fertility idols comprising: a standing female in bell-shaped robe and ribbed headdress, large nose and chin with circular eyes, wearing a necklace and earrings depicted by circles; one standing female in bell-shaped robe and ribbed headdress, large ears and nose with large almond-shaped eyes, hands held together in front of the chest; a standing figure in bell-shaped robe and ribbed headdress with bulging eyes, hands held together in front of the chest. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of a West London gentleman; from a private collection since 1989.
From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
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Large Indus Valley Mehrgarh Terracotta Bowl with Zebu
4th-3rd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
A conical bichrome bow, elaborate frieze depicting zebus, peepal trees and other vegetation and symbols on the field. 1 kg, 23 cm
Fine condition.
From a North West London collection; previously acquired in the 1980s. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. -
Indus Valley Mehrgarh Terracotta Vessel with Animals
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
A squat jar with everted rim, painted polychrome frieze to the shoulder with geometric panels, a crouching lion and a zebu with a fish above. 705 grams, 18.5 cm
Fine condition, chip to rim.
From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. -
Indo-Persian Copper Ewer
20th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Spherical body with conical upper section, arched handle with casket-shaped filler hole to the apex; curved spout with flange rim; flared foot; low-relief vegetation detail overall; casket with hinged lid to access hollow arch; reserved panels with calligraphic text to equator. 1.32 kg, 30.1 cm high
Private collection, UK.
