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Camel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Weathered stone sculpture of a camel by artist Camel, depicting the animal standing on all fours with two large humps on its back and its head turned to the right. The sculpture shows signs of aging, with visible wear and tear on its surface. The camel's body is bulky, with a prominent hump on its back and a smaller one slightly above it. Its legs are sturdy, with the front legs positioned close together and the back legs spread slightly apart. The base of the sculpture is flat and rough, with a hole underneath the camel's body. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the sculpture.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
China
Dimensions
562 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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