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LOT 2653

Indus Valley Terracotta Vessel with Animals

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

4 7/8 in. (300 grams, 12.5 cm wide).

Drum-shaped in profile with basal ring, band of geometric cells and zoomorphs. [No Reserve]

Provenance

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'.

CONDITION

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LOT 2653

Indus Valley Terracotta Vessel with Animals

Sold for (Inc. bp): £208

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