South Arabian Camel Rider

Culture: South Arabia

Period: 1st century B.C. to 1st century A.D.

Material: Bronze

Dimensions: 6.6 cm high

Price: Sold

Ref: 6246

Provenance: English private collection at least since 1999. Last on the English art market.

Condition: Intact

Description: Bronze statuette of a dromedary with short strait legs, high semi-circular hump and a head with large round eyes. The animal wears a bridle. On the hump of the dromedary sits a highly stylized figure with overlong legs and large feet. The upper body is straight and without structure, the arms are stretched forward and short. The head of the rider sits directly on the body, on the face large eyes and a long nose are indicated.