A SANCAI-GLAZED POTTERY FIGURE OF A CAMEL

A SANCAI-GLAZED POTTERY FIGURE OF A CAMEL

TANG DYNASTY (618-907)

The amber-glazed camel is depicted standing foursquare, with the neck arched, head raised, and mouth open to bare the teeth in a bray. The mane, humps and parts of its legs and neck are highlighted in cream glaze.

20 7/8 in. (53 cm.) high, box