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LOT 2264
Indus Valley Terracotta Cup with Circle Decoration
3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
3 1/8 in. (81 grams, 79 mm).
Small vessel with slightly convergent sidewall, and flared lip, carinated profile; painted band of conjoined roundels. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired from Alexander Gotz, London, UK.
Ex M Scyoyen collection, Norway, collection no.38.
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Indus Valley Painted Terracotta Bowl
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Indus Valley Terracotta Figure Group
1st millennium B.C. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £143
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Gandharan Stucco Head
3rd-5th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £120
Modelled in the round with narrow profile and thick nose, hair drawn up in a top-knot; mounted on a custom-made stand. 556 grams total, 16.2 cm including stand
Acquired on the London art market. Private collection, 1970s.