A terracotta vessel from the Indus Valley Civilisation adorned with polychromatic zoomorphic figures. The vessel is cylindrical in shape, featuring high and slightly concave walls, and carinated base with a raised circular foot. The body is decorated with rectangular panels, one with zoomorphic figures and one with a geometric motif. One panel depicts a winged figure, likely a bird, with a hooked beak and a standing quadruped, depicted with curving horns, possibly a bull. Geometric shapes decorate the background of this panel. The other panel features a complex geometric motif in red and green. The bodies of the animals are outlined in black and decorated with red and green geometric or striped patterns. The panels are separated by striped sections, similarly filled with pigments. Earthy encrustations and signs of wear, such as minor chips and scratches, to the surface. The Indus Valley Civilisation was one of three early and widespread cradles of civilisation along with Ancient Egypt and the Near East. At its peak, the Indus Valley Civilisation, which included such sites as Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, may have had a population of over five million, who developed new techniques in pottery, seal carving, and metallurgy. They were accustomed to creating small terracotta figurines and vessels, many of which took the form of zoomorphic characters. Measurements: Measurements: (circa) H 9.6cm x W 12.3cm Provenance: From the David Gold (deceased) collection, 1970’s. N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 19th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 5th January 2026). **There will be an additional fee incurred for returned shipments due to buyer’s non-response to customs enquiries and/or unsuccessful delivery attempts.**