Ancient Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A near-miniature rectangular vessel with a flat base, four walls adorned with abstract incised motifs, and a shallow basin. Vessels like this example were perhaps used as containers for ointments, scented oils, or cosmetic make-up, and a pair of perforations along each longer wall suggest this vessel was able to be suspended. Smooth surface textures can be felt across all surfaces. Size: 1.4" L x 1.2" W x 1" H (3.6 cm x 3 cm x 2.5 cm)

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#135298

Nicks and abrasions to peripheries, incised details, and basin, with light encrustations within some recessed areas, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits and smooth surface textures throughout.