Mohenjo-daro Bricks with Human and Animal Footprints [94]
Area not known
Brick making was important for Indus cities and the production of bricks may have taken place in areas outside the city as well as near to habitation areas.
Images of and objects from the ancient Indus city of Mohenjo-daro, Sindh.
Chief's House, DK-G Area
The original walls in a large building complex referred to as the Chief's house have been repaired and conserved. This view shows part of a large courtyard and the top of a well on the left.
Fallen Fired Brick on Mound, Mohenjo-daro [45]
Area not known
This photo shows the excavation of an area with around 17 courses of fallen fired brick eroding off the edge of the mound.
No. 45
Narrow Lane, DK-G Area
Oxcarts could not reach many of the urban neighborhoods. Pack animals and pedestrians could have used this narrow lane.
Blocked Street to the east of First Street, DK-G Area
The excavations of DK-G area focused only on the section to the west of First Street.
Monkey figurine
Triple monkey figurine amulet with hole in center. This miniature carved faience bead or pin ornament shows three monkeys in tight embrace with amused expressions on their faces. Possibly placed on a stick or cord. Possibly molded and carved.
Fired Brick on Mound, Mohenjo-daro [38]
Area not known
This photo shows the excavation of an area with around 17 courses of fallen fired brick eroding off the edge of the mound.
No. 38
First Street, DK-G Area
Looking north along First Street. The area to the left has been fully excavated and the area to the right is unexcavated. Later street levels are seen in the background.
Brick Platform, Mohenjo-daro [37]
Area not known
This photo shows a small fired brick platform made with a layer of bricks on edge covered by two courses of bricks laid flat. In the background is a mud brick platform.
Terra cotta discs
One of the games played by the children of the Indus cities may be represented by terra cotta discs found in graduated sizes.