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LOT 0309
Indus Valley Painted Terracotta Vessel
3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 in. (151 grams, 10 cm wide).
Squat body with a short neck and an everted rim, painted wave motifs on the shoulder.
ProvenanceEx London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
London, UK, collection.
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LOT 0309
Indus Valley Painted Terracotta Vessel
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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Indus Valley Terracotta Vessel with Animals
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
With a sloping sidewall, flat shoulder and everted rim to the broad mouth; painted geometric bands and zoomorphic panels on the side and shoulder. 376 grams, 12 cm wide
From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s. David Gold was one of the co founders of the Iconic Lord John brand in Carnaby Street that sparked a style revolution in the swinging sixties dressing The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and The Kinks and were at the heart of 'all things cool'.
Similar bowls were found at Nal, appearing to be canister-like vessels with circular openings. As here, it is a buff ware with traces of blue and red patterns, and repeated geometrical design, here enriched with the image of a wild beast. -
Gandharan Terracotta Buddha Head
Circa 4th-5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
With youthful facial features, tousled hair and soft fleshy cheeks; mounted on a custom-made stand. 960 grams total, 17.5 cm including stand
UK collection, 1990s. Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000. Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman. -
Large Indus Valley Terracotta Vessel with Animals
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Biconvex in profile with rolled rim, painted panels to the shoulder with fish, bird and frond motifs. 594 grams, 15 cm
From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s. David Gold was one of the co founders of the Iconic Lord John brand in Carnaby Street that sparked a style revolution in the swinging sixties dressing The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and The Kinks and were at the heart of 'all things cool'.
