- Toy Origin: DESIGN TERRACOTTA 699
Terracotta designs in the form of human and animal figurines were excavated from the archaeological sites of the Indus Valley Civilization in Mohenjo-daro that dates back to 3000-1500 BC. This craft continues to thrive in India. Potters and craftsmen in India have learned the skill of creating terracotta products from their forefathers to carry forth the legacy of this art.