Harappan Polychrome Terracotta Bowl with Ibex and Lion Motifs
Harappan Polychrome Terracotta Bowl with Ibex and Lion Motifs
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Harappan Civilization, c. 2600–2450 BC, Sindh, Pakistan
This exceptional polychrome terracotta bowl, skillfully molded with deep, slightly incurved sides, stands on a short circular foot and opens into a wide mouth with a slightly everted lip. The exterior is adorned with vivid gray, blue, red, and yellow slip, featuring a striking composition of a lion and a grazing ibex, separated by geometric motifs including square shapes and angular lines arranged in perfect symmetry.
The Harappan civilization (c. 3300–1900 BC), spanning across present-day Pakistan, northwest India, and Afghanistan, was noted for its urban planning, advanced infrastructure, and artistic expression through ceramics, seals, and sculpture. This rare and expressive vessel not only showcases the technical prowess and aesthetic vision of its makers but also offers a profound glimpse into the cultural soul of the Indus Valley.
A superb and evocative artifact, ideal for collectors and connoisseurs of ancient art.
Good condition. Surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, nicks, fractures and chip, with encrusted patina and rich earthen deposits throughout. Size approx. 8,6cm x 8,6cm x 6,7cm.
Provenance: British private collection
References and further reading:
The Harappan Civilisation: Its Sub-cultures, Roshen Dalal, The Pioneer, Thursday, 10 May 2018.
Indus Valley Civilization, Mark, Joshua J., World History Encyclopedia, Last modified October 07, 2020 (https://www.worldhistory.org/Indus_Valley_Civilization/).
The Indus Civilization: A Contemporary Perspective, Gregory L. Possehl, AltaMira Press, 2002.
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