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Three Japanese Monkeys

Signed Japanese Boxwood Netsuke Inro of Three Monkeys
Located in Nottingham, GB
Netsuke Inro of Three Monkeys
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

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Boxwood

Signed Japanese Boxwood Netsuke Inro of Three Monkeys
Signed Japanese Boxwood Netsuke Inro of Three Monkeys
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H 1.78 in W 1.19 in D 1.19 in
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Three Wise Monkeys Box Komyo 光明
Located in Newark, England
The Silver box of rectangular form with rounded corners features the Three Wise Monkeys to the
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Silver, Enamel

Large Japanese Bronze Monkey Vase – Hokugaku I
Located in Christchurch, GB
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this early Meiji period
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Bronze

Large Japanese Bronze Monkey Vase – Hokugaku I
Large Japanese Bronze Monkey Vase – Hokugaku I
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H 15 in W 9 in D 9 in
Japanese Vintage Dragonfly Lantern With Monkey Suspension Hooks
Located in South Burlington, VT
whimsical "monkey" hooks that serve as potential suspension mounts. Total three pieces. Found from a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

A.Jeschel Three wise monkeys bracelet
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Three wise monkeys, based on an ancient Japanese proverb “see no evil, hear no evil
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

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Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Japanese Momotarō Folktale Bronze Monkey Sculpture on Base, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A delightful 1960s Meiji period-style Japanese cast bronze monkey figure on lacquered wood base
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

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Bronze

Set of Three Japanese Watercolors in the Manner of Hanabusa Itcho
Located in Bradenton, FL
Manner of ITCHO, Hanabusa, (Japanese, 1652-1724): Three watercolor and ink drawings on paper, to
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Paintings

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Paint, Paper

Pair of Liberty's London Three Monkey Hear See Speak No Evil Carved Side Tables
By Liberty of London
Located in GB
tables depicting the three monkeys in the "Hear no evil, See no evil, Speak no evil" poses These are
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Edwardian Side Tables

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Hardwood

Two Monkeys
By Lynn Gertenbach
Located in San Francisco, CA
Americano to exhibit in three cities in Peru. Her credentials also include 26 solo exhibitions in Japan
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Late 20th Century American Realist Animal Drawings and Watercolors

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India Ink

Two Monkeys
Two Monkeys
H 17 in W 22.5 in D 0.01 in
Monkey Business Series
By Akio Takamori
Located in Kansas City, MO
influenced by his Japanese heritage. He has translated traditional Japanese prints into three-dimensional
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2010s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

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Archival Ink, Printer's Ink, Color, Lithograph, Inkjet

Liberty's London Three Monkey Hear See Speak No Evil Carved Coffee Side Table
By Liberty & Co., Liberty of London
Located in GB
table depicting the three monkeys in the "Hear no evil, See no evil, Speak no evil" poses This is a
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Carved Rose Quartz Monkey Figurine
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
aesthetic perfection of animal figurines. Some of his pieces may have been inspired by Japanese art
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Figurines and Sculptures

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Quartz

Carved Rose Quartz Monkey Figurine
Carved Rose Quartz Monkey Figurine
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W 1.5 in L 4.25 in
Large Japanese Marquetry Table Cabinet, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and unusually large Japanese table cabinet or jewelry chest with yosegi marquetry work and
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Brass

Japanese Porcelain Vase Blue Green by Contemporary Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
to ward off evil spirits. Wooden carved three wise monkeys at the entrance of Toshogu shrine in Nikko
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Vases

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Vase Blue by Contemporary Master Artist, 5
Located in Takarazuka, JP
positioned at the enterance of many temples to ward off evil spirits. Wooden carved three wise monkeys at the
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Meiji Vases

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Porcelain

Japanese Contemporary Platinum Gold Black Porcelain Vase by Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
three friends, the monkey, the fox and the rabbit. He appeared as a begger in front of them while they
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Vases

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Gold, Platinum

Japanese Contemporary Black Platinum Gold Porcelain Vase by Master Artist
Located in Takarazuka, JP
the kindest of his three friends, the monkey, the fox and the rabbit. He appeared as a begger in front
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Vases

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Gold, Platinum

Seeing, Speaking, Hearing no Evil - three supermodels, fine art photography
By Roxanne Lowit
Located in Vienna, AT
, eyes or ears with their hands - an ode to the Japanese pictoral maxim of the three wise monkeys
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1980s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

14K Yellow Gold See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil Charm #17497
Located in Washington Depot, CT
as the "Three Wise Monkeys" charm in 14K yellow gold. Hallmark: 14K Weight: 2.83 dwt/ 4.4 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil Charm #17499
Located in Washington Depot, CT
as the "Three Wise Monkeys" charm in 14K yellow gold. Hallmark: 14K Weight: 1.97 dwt/ 3.06 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wisdom Set of Sculptures
By Albino Miranda
Located in Barcelos, PT
Japanese proverb "The Three Wise Monkeys". Its structure is made of resin reinforced with fiberglass in
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2010s Portuguese Figurative Sculptures

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Resin, Fiberglass

Wisdom Set of Sculptures
Wisdom Set of Sculptures
H 74.81 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
'View of Futakawa', After Utagawa Hiroshige 歌川廣重, Ukiyo-e Woodblock, Tokaido
By Utagawa Hiroshige (Ando Hiroshige)
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
An ink on paper, Nishiki-e and Yoko-e woodblock landscape showing a view of the Sarugababa (Monkey
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Mid-20th Century Landscape Prints

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Sumi Ink, Washi Paper

SUO SARUMAWASHI, photo-eye EDITIONS portfolio
By Hiroshi Watanabe
Located in Sante Fe, NM
Watanabe. Sarumawashi, "monkey dancing," has been in existence for over a thousand years in japan
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

SUO SARUMAWASHI – photo-eye Editions portfolio, Deluxe Edition
By Hiroshi Watanabe
Located in Sante Fe, NM
watanabe. Sarumawashi, "monkey dancing," has been in existence for over a thousand years in japan
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin, Archival Pigment

Pair of Venetian 18th-19th Century Rococo Dragon and Bird Mirrors and Consoles
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
central leg of each console. The three legs are joined with a lower stretcher are all presented as vine
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Wood

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Located in South Burlington, VT
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Located in Douglas Manor, NY
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Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Located in GB
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Taisho Period Kamakura-Bori Lacquered Platter
Located in Stockbridge, MA
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Allegory Screens
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Located in Paris, FR
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Located in South Burlington, VT
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Located in Lymington, Hampshire
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Located in New Orleans, LA
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Three Japanese Monkeys For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of three Japanese monkeys is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct three Japanese monkeys — often made from wood, ceramic and metal — can elevate any home. There are 9 antique and vintage three Japanese monkeys for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Three Japanese monkeys have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Three Japanese monkeys bearing folk art or Rococo hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Liberty of London, Sumida Gawa and Liberty & Co. each produced beautiful three Japanese monkeys that are worth considering.

How Much are Three Japanese Monkeys?

Prices for three Japanese monkeys can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, three Japanese monkeys begin at $618 and can go as high as $49,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,629.
Questions About Three Japanese Monkeys
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The three wise monkeys represent the idea that a person should see no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil. This imagery comes from a Japanese saying and grew in popularity during the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find a variety of art and decorative objects depicting the three wise monkeys.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The origin of the three wise monkeys comes from a Japanese saying that translates to "speak no evil, see no evil and hear no evil." A carving over the door of the Tōshō-gū shrine in Nikkō, Japan, produced during the 17th century is one of the earliest known visual representations of the concept. On 1stDibs, find a selection of art and decorative objects depicting the three wise monkeys.