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LOT 2182
Indus Valley Fertility Idol Group
3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
9 5/8 - 12 3/4 in. (2.39 kg total, 24.5-32.5 cm).
Three bell-shaped female figures with stylised anatomical and facial features, two shown cupping their breasts; one idol with remains of painted detailing to the lower body and semi-naturalistic hair and face detailing as well as feet emerging from beneath her garments; each mounted on a custom-made display stand. [3]
Provenance
Private collection, 1989.
Acquired on the UK art market.
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