BLACK GANDHARAN VESSEL Gandhara region, c. 3rd BC-2nd cent. Black burnished ceramic narrow-waisted vessel (possibly a jug) on a small foot is made from clay and decorated with concentric slim bulges running horizontally around the vessel. Found at Pushkalavati, the first capital of Gandhara region. Condition: Fine condition with traces of age and use, small abrasion and original internal patina. One old repair to the lip. Provenance: Private collection of a German artist and collector living in Southeast Asia. Dimensions: Diameter upper lip 13.3 cm, diameter foot 7 cm