Indus Valley zoomorphic figures - 12 cm
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Indus Valley zoomorphic ceramic figures from the 2nd millennium BC, a three‑piece set in good condition with dimensions 12 × 6.5 × 15 cm, 16 × 8 × 19 cm and 13.5 × 6 × 14.5 cm, acquired from a Spanish private collection in 1970 and supplied with an authenticity certificate.
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This set of zoomorphic ceramic figures, originally from the Indus Valley, dates back to the 2nd millennium BC and represents a fascinating sample of the art and culture of this early civilization. Each figure is hand-modeled with incised details and decorative patterns, suggesting symbolic or ritual use.
The animals depicted include cattle and horses, fundamental elements in the economy and iconography of Indus Valley societies. It is believed that these figures could have served as votive offerings, toys or even didactic models to represent livestock, essential for subsistence at the time.
Indus Valley pottery is distinguished by its careful manufacture and the use of geometric or dotted patterns to decorate surfaces. The presence of details such as prominent horns, spine markings and expressive faces indicates a strong artistic stylization, characteristic of the Harappan culture and its surroundings.
Archaeological parallels suggest that such figurines were common in settlements such as Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa, where numerous similar examples have been found. These pieces offer a window into the symbolic thought of the period and its relationship to the animal world.Superb zoomorphic figures in ceramic from the Indus valley. 2nd Millennium BC.
Dimensions: 12 x 6,5 x 15 cm; 16 x 8 x 19 cm and 13,5 x 6 x 14,5 cm.
Acquired from a Spanish private collection, J.V.M, 1970.
-The piece includes an authenticity certificate.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged, this process can take between 2 and 4 weeks.
IMPORTANT: Due to the new laws on the export of archaeological pieces, we have decided to NO LONGER sell outside the European territory for the following countries: SWITZERLAND & UNITED STATES of AMERICA.
For other destinations out of European territory: all our items will be shipped after obtaining a definitive LICENSE EXPORTATION by the Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between
4-8 weeks. According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subjected to export taxes. The taxes will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price, and the tax rate is not applied directly to the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. / From 6.001 to 60.000 euros: 10 %.
Please note that for far destination (Asia, middle east etc.. ), it might have an additional cost for the shipping.
This set of zoomorphic ceramic figures, originally from the Indus Valley, dates back to the 2nd millennium BC and represents a fascinating sample of the art and culture of this early civilization. Each figure is hand-modeled with incised details and decorative patterns, suggesting symbolic or ritual use.
The animals depicted include cattle and horses, fundamental elements in the economy and iconography of Indus Valley societies. It is believed that these figures could have served as votive offerings, toys or even didactic models to represent livestock, essential for subsistence at the time.
Indus Valley pottery is distinguished by its careful manufacture and the use of geometric or dotted patterns to decorate surfaces. The presence of details such as prominent horns, spine markings and expressive faces indicates a strong artistic stylization, characteristic of the Harappan culture and its surroundings.
Archaeological parallels suggest that such figurines were common in settlements such as Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa, where numerous similar examples have been found. These pieces offer a window into the symbolic thought of the period and its relationship to the animal world.Superb zoomorphic figures in ceramic from the Indus valley. 2nd Millennium BC.
Dimensions: 12 x 6,5 x 15 cm; 16 x 8 x 19 cm and 13,5 x 6 x 14,5 cm.
Acquired from a Spanish private collection, J.V.M, 1970.
-The piece includes an authenticity certificate.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged, this process can take between 2 and 4 weeks.
IMPORTANT: Due to the new laws on the export of archaeological pieces, we have decided to NO LONGER sell outside the European territory for the following countries: SWITZERLAND & UNITED STATES of AMERICA.
For other destinations out of European territory: all our items will be shipped after obtaining a definitive LICENSE EXPORTATION by the Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between
4-8 weeks. According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subjected to export taxes. The taxes will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price, and the tax rate is not applied directly to the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. / From 6.001 to 60.000 euros: 10 %.
Please note that for far destination (Asia, middle east etc.. ), it might have an additional cost for the shipping.
Details
Culture
Indus Valley
Century/timeframe
2nd Millennium BC.
Name of object
zoomorphic figures
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
80
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
12 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
70
Width
6.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
15.2 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
