Early Harappan Terracotta Cup Hongshanculture consistent with Yuan-period ceramic practice

consistent with Yuan-period ceramic practice

crusted surface has accumulated further sacrificial offerings including blood

Traces of sacrificial libations remain visible

while manganese and antimony were used for yellow

This exquisite Fahua ware figure portrays an elderly bearded court official or dignitary

Early Harappan Terracotta Cup Hongshanculture consistent with Yuan-period ceramic practiceThe Early Harappan Civilization, c. 32002600 BC, Sindh, Pakistan This magnificent small sized terracotta cup, skillfully molded with deep, slightly incurved sides, rests on a short ring foot, a hallmark of Indus Valley pottery. The vessel opens into a wide mouth with a slightly everted lip, while its exterior is elegantly adorned with horizontal bands, meticulously painted in dark brown slip using a firm brush. The Harappan Civilization (33001900 BC),