
Description
3rd-2nd millennium B.C. or later Drum-shaped with gently carinated base and narrow foot, the outer body displaying polychrome painted frieze of fish within geometric borders. See Satyawadi, N., Proto-Historic Pottery of the Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, New Delhi, 1994, for discussion. 349 grams, 12.5 cm (4 7/8 in.). [No Reserve]
From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s.
David Gold amassed a sizable collection of Indus Valley pottery, both vessels and figurative during his retirement, a plaque to David and his brother was recently unveiled by Westminster Council above 43 Carnaby Street, commemorating their business that made Carnaby Street synonymous with fashion in the 1960s.
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From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s.
David Gold amassed a sizable collection of Indus Valley pottery, both vessels and figurative during his retirement, a plaque to David and his brother was recently unveiled by Westminster Council above 43 Carnaby Street, commemorating their business that made Carnaby Street synonymous with fashion in the 1960s.
TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.
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Indus Valley Terracotta Bowl with Fish
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Timeline Auctions Asian & Nat.Hist - Day 5
Mar 07, 2026 8:00 AM ESTHarwich, Essex, UK
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