Indus Valley - Indus Valley cup with decoration - 2500 / 2000 BCE.

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Indus Valley decorative cup dating to 2500–2000 BC, diameter 12.1 cm, height 8.4 cm, in good condition and authentic.

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RARE CUP WITH INDUS VALLEY DECOR
Very old ceramic with decoration from the Indus Valley.
Cylindrical cup resting on a small circular base.
The cup is ornamented with a decoration of circular lines, framing a frieze of undulating waves and hatched vertical bands.
Anatolia, ancient Pakistan Indus Culture Baluchistan - Nindowari
Dating: 2500–2000 BC.
Dimensions: Diameter 12.1 cm - Height 8.4 cm
Good condition - the decoration is original
Provenance: United Kingdom, T.M.L.
Previous provenance history: collection acquired on the British art market before 2000, an important estate in Cambridgeshire, then by descent.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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RARE CUP WITH INDUS VALLEY DECOR
Very old ceramic with decoration from the Indus Valley.
Cylindrical cup resting on a small circular base.
The cup is ornamented with a decoration of circular lines, framing a frieze of undulating waves and hatched vertical bands.
Anatolia, ancient Pakistan Indus Culture Baluchistan - Nindowari
Dating: 2500–2000 BC.
Dimensions: Diameter 12.1 cm - Height 8.4 cm
Good condition - the decoration is original
Provenance: United Kingdom, T.M.L.
Previous provenance history: collection acquired on the British art market before 2000, an important estate in Cambridgeshire, then by descent.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Indus Valley
Century/timeframe
2500 / 2000 BC
Name of object
- Indus Valley cup with decoration - 2500 / 2000 BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
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
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4318
Objects sold
99.65%
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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.

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