South Arabian Bronze Camel Rider

Object Description

A very fine South Arabian bronze statuette of a dromedary and its rider. The animal is rendered in a stylised manner featuring long legs with large feet, a thin, narrow body and a curved neck. Attention has been paid to the head with its round eyes, mouth and ears. The animal is wearing a bridle and the rider sits upon a mahawi saddle, placed over the camels back. His arms are raised and what looks like crossed whilst holding onto a long cylindrical object, possibly part of a rein.

Date: 2nd-1st century BC

Object History

Acquired in the 1980s from a French collection.

Object Condition

Fine condition, intact and freestanding. Some of the detailing to the rider is worn due to age. The surface is covered with an attractive patination and earthly encrustations.

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