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Antiquities Discussion Forums => Ancient Pottery Discussion Forum => Topic started by: Robby R on December 09, 2019, 09:38:19 pm

Title: Balochistan Bowl?
Post by: Robby R on December 09, 2019, 09:38:19 pm

I only purchased this piece to try and determine if what the dealer sells is real.
(https://d3h6k4kfl8m9p0.cloudfront.net/stories/fV4JHciWyFt0whf9kdjQiw.jpeg)
If genuine, I think it's ancient Balochistan.
(https://d3h6k4kfl8m9p0.cloudfront.net/stories/tM5CKdu6.9IpN6aNZx3tjA.jpeg)
I'm curious if you think this is so, and if so, what is the period and region for this piece?
(https://d3h6k4kfl8m9p0.cloudfront.net/stories/N5561TuNDw2-N42jm-Nnsg.jpeg)
I know some are repainted, but is there a site with diagnostic tools to seperate fakes, repainted pieces, and genuine? Is any of what is sold online genuine?
(https://d3h6k4kfl8m9p0.cloudfront.net/stories/RmOxKFo8PsE9y8OQlTymrg.jpeg)
Thank you, and have a great day.

Title: Re: Balochistan Bowl?
Post by: SC on December 11, 2019, 09:48:43 pm

Stylistically it appears to match the general Indus-valley style.  I can't speak regarding authenticity as I don't know enough about them.

SC