Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Camel Tomb Figure

$7,500 (USD)

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Item #: NWL2645

Antique Chinese Tang Dynasty-style terra cotta tomb figure of a Bactrian camel, the main form of transport over the Silk Road, with its head tilted back and mouth open to the sky, wearing a saddle that shows a "monster mask," potentially thought to ward off danger. The figure is crafted with the Tang Dynasty's traditional tri-color glaze, or Sancai, utilizing brown, green and off-white..

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Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Camel Tomb Figure

Antique Chinese Tang Dynasty-style terra cotta tomb figure of a Bactrian camel, the main form of transport over the Silk Road, with its head tilted back and mouth open to the sky, wearing a saddle that shows a "monster mask," potentially thought to ward off danger. The figure is crafted with the Tang Dynasty's traditional tri-color glaze, or Sancai, utilizing brown, green and off-white.

DETAILS

Sku:  NWL2645
Ships From: New York, NY

DIMENSIONS (INCHES)

Width:  7.0"
Height: 16.0"
Depth : 13.0"
Seat Height : 0.0"

INFO

Style:  Asian
Materials & Techniques: Terra cotta
Category: Cleared Sculpture