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

SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. ZAMAK AND MARBLE.

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$ 106.00


 Author:
Unknown
 Period:
Second half of XX Century
 Material:
Zamak and marble.
 Measures:
8,5 x 10,5 x 10,1 cm
 Weight:
843 gr.
 Conservation:
Very good

Ref.: G1.C.ART.ESC.MET.OTR_3861_Monos2Bronceado

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Description:
- Trio of the wise monkeys, made of bronzed zamak.
- This is a medium sized 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 attention to detail.
- They have a large marble base, made of veined black marble.
- They are probably made by casting with a mould.
- No distinctive markings, marks or contrasts have been found, which could provide information on where they were made, the maker,s details, or other information.

Conservation and Damage:
- The sculpture is in a good state of conservation.
- It retains a nice period patina.
- It has small knocks and scratches, mainly at the ends, which are almost imperceptible.
- 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 information given here are personal opinions and are not verified.



3861 - SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. ZAMAK AND MARBLE.