Antiques - SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. ZAMAK. (T)

SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. ZAMAK.

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$ 74.20


 Author:
Unknown
 Period:
Second half of XX Century
 Material:
Zamak
 Measures:
6,2 x 8,7 x 4,7 cm
 Weight:
241 gr.
 Conservation:
Regular

Ref.: G1.C.ART.ESC.MET.OTR_3839_MonosSabios2Zamak

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Description:
- Trio of the wise monkeys, made of silver plated zamak.
- It is a medium size sculpture of the famous three wise monkeys or three mystic monkeys.
- Of Japanese origin, they signify not seeing, not hearing and not speaking.
- They are well crafted, made with great detail.
- They have no support base.
- Probably made by casting with a mould.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where they were made, the maker,s details, or any other information.

Conservation and Damage:
- The sculpture is in a good state of conservation.
- It retains a nice period patina.
- It has minor knocks and rubbing, mainly at the ends.
- The Object shows the wear and tear typical of it,s age.

Comments:
- Measurements and weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector,s item and as a decorative element.
- The tones of the colours in the photos are not the same as the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted.



3839 - SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. ZAMAK.