Early Harappan Terracotta Bull Figurine swatowware or placed in a horn

or placed in a horn atop the head—are composed of elements chosen for their symbolic and metaphysical potency

miniature examples such as this one served as personal talismans

the sanctuary at Avia Irini yielded numerous terracotta war chariots

emphasizing both its ceremonial and utilitarian aspects

the head is adorned with remnants of an Egyptian Double Crown flanked by lotus buds held by a ribbon crossing above the brow (partially lost)

Early Harappan Terracotta Bull Figurine swatowware or placed in a hornEarly Harappan Civilization, Kot Diji Phase, c. 28002600 BC, Sindh, Pakistan A rare and charming terracotta figurine of a humped bull (Bos indicus), dating to the Kot Diji phase of the Early Harappan period. Hand modeled in light red clay with a grey core, this stylized bull is instantly recognizable by its exaggerated hump, rounded muzzle, and short legs. The figure is minimally detailedno eyes, just softly formed ears and tailyet full of character.