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Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Terra Cotta Camel Tomb Figure
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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.
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Style:Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
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