Camel; China, Six Dynasties, 220-581 AD. Polychrome terracotta. Oxford Adjunct Thermoluminescence 2001. Presents restorations of fracture lines. Bales and base. Polychrome terracotta Thermoluminescence emitted by Oxford in 2001 is attached. Measurements: 30 x 18 x 28 cm. Sitting camel made of terracotta with remains of polychrome. The piece stands out for its realism and truthfulness, which is resolved with the serene attitude shown by the sculpture and the details that make up the animal's face and the treatment of its hair. Furthermore, the camel is saddled and several bundles rest on the saddle, demonstrating the importance of the camel as an indispensable animal in culture. The Han emperors managed to rule for more than 400 years. Some families gained the trust of the Han and began to have a lot of power, even more than the emperor himself. When this happened, some groups began a rebellion against the weak emperor. Thus began a period of 369 years in which 6 dynasties followed one another, in which stories seem to repeat themselves cyclically. Provenance: Spanish private collection, F.S. Acquired at European Auction House 2022. Previously, Private Collection France. Notes: The piece includes a Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union), at the time of sale it is requested in the name of the buyer, the process takes one to two weeks. - If the piece is destined outside the European Union, a replacement of the export permit will be requested. This procedure entails fees that the buyer must pay during the application process. This process can take between 4 and 6 weeks. SHIPPED WITH INSURANCE Important information. The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this lot. The seller will be in charge of processing the necessary permits. The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than a few days. #cabinetofcuriosities