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LOT 2314
Very Large Indus Valley Terracotta Flask
3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
13 3/8 in. (3.45 kg, 34 cm).
Biconvex in profile with central dome to the upper face; two lateral loop handles to the shoulders and spout between with socketted rim; painted bands to the neck, median band with lion and ibex flanked by geometric bands to the rim and centre.
ProvenanceEuropean collection, formed 1960s.
Private collection, London.
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LOT 2314
Very Large Indus Valley Terracotta Flask
Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)
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