Steatite Unicorn Seal

Steatite Unicorn
Seal
Harappa

A Steatite Unicorn seal from Harappa with Indus Valley script, and dating to around 2200-2450 BCE in central zone of Harappa.
In ancient times these seals were used for trade. It is also an evidence for the settlement of Indus Valley trader in the ancient mesopotomia. This seal shows a stylistic element of Indus Valley art. It may fleshy but tight wrinkles of a healthy animal, The male genitalia as usual are shown emphatically. No doubt to indicate the procreative power if animal.

Title:- Steatite Seal of
             Unicorn
Site:- Harappa
Period:- Harappa 
                Period 
             (2200-2450)
Now:- Unknown


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