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CHINA, TANG DYNASTY LARGE POTTERY BACTRIAN CAMEL - TL TESTED
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C. AD 618 and 907. Tang Dynasty. A large ceramic figurine of a Bactrian camel, also known as a Mongolian camel. The beast features a sandy pelt, while its characteristic mane, beard and the hair of its upper leg are picked out in a coral-red. Atop its back is a saddle-pad with carefully delineated attachment straps. The Bactrian camel is an exceptionally hardy beast of burden, easily able to cope in the harsh deserts of Central Asia which border China. The domestication of these creatures allowed the development of the ancient Silk Road, which transported people, ideas and luxury goods between China and the West, by crossing the massive and inhospitable terrain which divided them. This beautiful figurine probably reflects medieval Chinese respect for a beast without which such trade would not have been possible. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. Excellent condition. Comes fully authenticated with a TL test from Ralf Kotalla laboratory, Germany.Size: L:455mm / W:215mm ; 5.9kg. Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
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C. AD 618 and 907. Tang Dynasty. A large ceramic figurine of a Bactrian camel, also known as a Mongolian camel. The beast features a sandy pelt, while its characteristic mane, beard and the hair of its upper leg are picked out in a coral-red. Atop its back is a saddle-pad with carefully delineated attachment straps. The Bactrian camel is an exceptionally hardy beast of burden, easily able to cope in the harsh deserts of Central Asia which border China. The domestication of these creatures allowed the development of the ancient Silk Road, which transported people, ideas and luxury goods between China and the West, by crossing the massive and inhospitable terrain which divided them. This beautiful figurine probably reflects medieval Chinese respect for a beast without which such trade would not have been possible. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. Excellent condition. Comes fully authenticated with a TL test from Ralf Kotalla laboratory, Germany.Size: L:455mm / W:215mm ; 5.9kg. Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
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This sale takes you on a 5000-year old journey from Ancient Mesopotamia to Ming dynasty China. Featuring Antiquities and Ancient works of art from China, India, the Holy Lands, Western and Southeast Asia. The section includes a great variety of artifacts in terracotta, stucco, bronze and stone- some fascinating Gandhara sculptures depicting Buddha and various scenes, collection of TL-tested Chinese terracotta figurines and vessels. The auction also includes various objects from western Asia and the Holy Lands- rare pots from Persia, Indus Valley Idols, Mesopotamian cuneiform tablets and many others. The Auction features some masterpieces of Chinese art including large stone figures and fully authenticated Chinese bronze vessels. A one a kind auction reflecting the splendor of Asian art throughout the ages! We are members of the BNTA (British Numismatic Trading Association) and the ALR (Art Loss Register). WE ACCEPT DIRECT PAYMENTS IN ALL MAJOR CURRENCIES: USD, GBP AND EUR.
