South Arabian Pottery Figure of Female Riding Camel
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South Arabian, Romano-Egyptian influence, ca. 1st century BCE. A mold-made figure of a woman atop a camel. Her clothing is detailed and she holds something round in her lap; she wears a veil but her face is exposed. Her face and hair are naturalistic. The camel stands; he wears a harness but the reins do not seem to go to the woman and blend into his neck. Size: 6.5" L x 6.45" H (16.5 cm x 16.4 cm)
The Romano-Egyptian influence on the piece is clear and it almost looks Hellenistic, speaking to the opening of trade routes - especially sea trade routes - through this region with Greek and Roman cultures further north, as well as repeated military incursions, particularly from the Romans.
Provenance: Ex - Prominent LA County collector who acquired these prior to 2000
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#118238
The Romano-Egyptian influence on the piece is clear and it almost looks Hellenistic, speaking to the opening of trade routes - especially sea trade routes - through this region with Greek and Roman cultures further north, as well as repeated military incursions, particularly from the Romans.
Provenance: Ex - Prominent LA County collector who acquired these prior to 2000
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#118238
Condition
Intact, with clear details and slight dirt encrustation.
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South Arabian Pottery Figure of Female Riding Camel
Estimate $600 - $900
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