Jar - Terracotta - Indus Valley

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Rare polychrome terracotta pot from the Indus Valley, dating to 2500 BC, about 4500 years old, decorated with two fish, dimensions 6.5 × 7.9 × 7.9 cm, weight 400 g, in good used condition with minor signs of age, originating from the United Kingdom and Indus Valley region, with a certificate included.

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Rare polychrome pottery jar from the Indus Valley, made between 2000 and 2500 BC. This terracotta jar is approximately 4500 years old and is decorated with two fish. A unique piece of history and a valuable addition to any collection. Includes certificate.

Rare polychrome pottery jar from the Indus Valley, made between 2000 and 2500 BC. This terracotta jar is approximately 4500 years old and is decorated with two fish. A unique piece of history and a valuable addition to any collection. Includes certificate.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Indus Valley
Weight
400 g
Specific region of origin
Indusvallei
Century/ Timeframe
2500bc
Title additional information
Indus Valley
Acquired from
Auction house
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Year acquired
2020
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6.5 cm
Width
7.9 cm
Depth
7.9 cm
The NetherlandsVerified
Private

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