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Northern Qi Bactrian Camel



Chinese Northern Qi Dynasty Bactrian camel in an unusual kneeling position, with its right front leg kneeling and the left leg reclining backwards, with its hind legs standing, saddle bags attached, finely molded with well detailed facial and fur features that are enhanced with rust color pigment. The results of the Oxford Authentication Ltd. Thermoluminescence test No. C205c5 is consistent with the dating of this piece.

Age: Northern Qi Dynasty (549-577 AD)
Size: 11" high x 11 ¼” long
Item No: 277