Description:
- Trio of the wise monkeys, made from a mixture of white metals with a base.
- This is a large 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 signed on the base: Lery, Lero, Leny, Leno, although we have not been able to authenticate the signature.
- The tails of the monkeys can be seen on the back.
- They have a good workmanship, made in detail.
- They have a support base, attached to the sculpture. They are hollow.
- Probably made by casting with a mould.
- The fact that the object has a distinctive mark or contrast is of great importance in order to be able to identify data such as the maker, the place where it was made and other details.
Conservation and Damage:
- The sculpture is in good condition.
- It retains a nice period patina.
- It has minor knocks and scuffs.
- The object shows the wear and tear typical of it’s age.
Comments:
- Both 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 equal to the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed description of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted.
4028 - SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. LARGE SIZE. SIGNED.