Coiled camel
Maker
Chinese
Label TextCreatures in a similar curled-up posture, ranging from elephants and horses to birds and serpents, are found from the Han (206 B.C.-220 A.D.) to the Tang (618-907) periods. This camel appears to be experiencing an itch on its hump.
Object number69.8
Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Asian Art Museum, "Chinese Art: A Seattle Perspective", December 22, 2007 - July 26, 2009 (12/22/2007 - 7/26/2009)Credit LineGift of Mrs. John C. Atwood, Jr.
Dimensions1 3/16 x 2 3/8 x 2 in. (3.02 x 6.03 x 5.08 cm)
MediumNephrite