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LOT 2100

Indus valley Decorated Terracotta Cup

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

3 in. (276 grams, 76 mm high).

With vertical sidewall, carinated lower body and basal ring, painted herringbone pattern to the sidewall. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 2100

Indus valley Decorated Terracotta Cup

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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