Description:
- Trio of the wise monkeys, made from a mixture of white metals and in a triangular shape.
- 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 have a peculiarity, and that is that they are sitting in the shape of a triangle, with their backs close together, which is very rare.
- The monkeys have pierced ears, but we don,t know what their function is.
- They are well made, and are made with great attention to detail.
- They have a support base, independent of the sculpture.
- On the base it says: Made in Japan.
- Probably made by casting with a mould.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was 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.
- There is a small casting defect on the leg of one of the monkeys.
- The Object shows wear 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 description of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted.
3889 - SCULPTURE THREE WISE MONKEYS. TRIANGULAR.