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LOT 1620

Indus Valley Votive Bull Pair

3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.

4 1/2 in. (468 grams, 11.5 cm wide).

A terracotta model of two zebu bulls standing side-by-side on a rectangular base, with painted strip detailing; repaired.

Provenance

with a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s.

CONDITION
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LOT 1620

Indus Valley Votive Bull Pair

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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