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Chinese Tang Dynasty-Style Sancai Glazed Camels with Musicians Tomb Figure

$14,500
£11,013.11
€12,723.78
CA$20,322.27
A$22,744.45
CHF 11,870.85
MX$277,365
NOK 151,930.76
SEK 143,821.92
DKK 94,955.87
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About the Item

Antique Chinese Tang Dynasty-style terra cotta tomb figure of two camels carrying a band of five musicians - four seated with instruments, and one central figure standing to sing. The figure is crafted with the Tang Dynasty's traditional tri-color glaze, or Sancai, utilizing brown, green and off-white.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Queens, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NWL26391stDibs: LU977925507522

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