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Antique Brass Monkey

Early 20th Century Bell Metal and Brass Monkey Cigar Cutter w/Match Box Holder
Early 20th Century Bell Metal and Brass Monkey Cigar Cutter w/Match Box Holder

Early 20th Century Bell Metal and Brass Monkey Cigar Cutter w/Match Box Holder

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

The body of the monkey is bell metal (brass with high copper content, giving it a pinker color)), the rest is brass.

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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass, Copper

Solid Brass Door Coat Hook with Monkey
Solid Brass Door Coat Hook with Monkey

Solid Brass Door Coat Hook with Monkey

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A solid brass door hook with a monkey on the end. A whimsical expression for many spaces - great for the back of a door, in a kitchen to hold bags or in a Childs room.

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19th Century European Victorian Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Antique Monkey Barber Animated Brass-Cased Novelty Clock
Antique Monkey Barber Animated Brass-Cased Novelty Clock

Antique Monkey Barber Animated Brass-Cased Novelty Clock

Located in Forney, TX

Art Nouveau period, brass-cased, gimbal supported case hangs above scalloped round base molded with vide poche, enameled dial depicting central vignette where monkey in human clothin...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

MEIJI 1890 Japanese Monkey-Shaped Vesta Matches Case In Gilt Gold Brass
MEIJI 1890 Japanese Monkey-Shaped Vesta Matches Case In Gilt Gold Brass

MEIJI 1890 Japanese Monkey-Shaped Vesta Matches Case In Gilt Gold Brass

Located in Miami, FL

Condition: The overall condition of this Japanese Monkey Vesta matches box is excellent. Besides the little normal wear there is no damage to the brass and all parts are secured in t...

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1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Gold, Brass, Bronze

Pair of Louis XV Style Candlesticks, Modelled as Servant Monkeys
Pair of Louis XV Style Candlesticks, Modelled as Servant Monkeys

Pair of Louis XV Style Candlesticks, Modelled as Servant Monkeys

Located in Montreal, QC

There was a fashion for playful figures of monkeys in France in the early 18th century, known as Singerie. These, although old, are probably 19th century when the style was revived y...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Dutch Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack w. Carved Monkey & Stylized Birds Sculptures
Dutch Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack w. Carved Monkey & Stylized Birds Sculptures

Dutch Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack w. Carved Monkey & Stylized Birds Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

The perfectly carved, crouching monkeys on either side of this perfectly balanced entrance piece are what makes this coat rack exceptional.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Antique 10" GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920
Antique 10" GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920

Antique 10" GEC Moonstone Opaline Glass Plafonnier Light Pendant, C.1920

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

It’s held in a simple brass ring with classic monkey‑tail hooks, and suspended from three rods rather than the more common chains.

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Glass

French 1910 Green Bubble Glass Ormolu Animal Paperweight
French 1910 Green Bubble Glass Ormolu Animal Paperweight

French 1910 Green Bubble Glass Ormolu Animal Paperweight

Located in Tarrytown, NY

French 1910 green bubble glass ornament with brass ormolu of a Monkey, parrot, snake, peacock and a butterfly.

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1910s Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Art Glass

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Rare 19th century wall hanging gong
Rare 19th century wall hanging gong

Rare 19th century wall hanging gong

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H 24 in W 6 in D 6 in

Rare 19th century wall hanging gong

Located in Cheshire, GB

A rare 19th-century wall hanging gong, the solid oak backplate supporting an unusual brass monkey, having original brass gong and hammer.

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Late 19th Century British Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Oak

Jugendstil Matchbox Holder by Ignatius Taschner
Jugendstil Matchbox Holder by Ignatius Taschner

Jugendstil Matchbox Holder by Ignatius Taschner

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H 4.73 in W 7.88 in D 5.12 in

Jugendstil Matchbox Holder by Ignatius Taschner

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The brass monkey, sitting on a triangular plate, holds the matchbox.

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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Copper

Antique Style Monkey Head Walking Stick with Bamboo Shaft and Brass Collar
Antique Style Monkey Head Walking Stick with Bamboo Shaft and Brass Collar

Antique Style Monkey Head Walking Stick with Bamboo Shaft and Brass Collar

Located in New York, NY

This very elegant walking stick features a grey resin monkey head handle with a bamboo shaft with a brass collar.

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Early 20th Century European Aesthetic Movement Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Bamboo, Resin

Pair Blanc de Chine Monkey Lamps
Pair Blanc de Chine Monkey Lamps

Pair Blanc de Chine Monkey Lamps

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H 25 in W 10 in D 7 in

Pair Blanc de Chine Monkey Lamps

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a great pair of unique mid-century Coastal Style blanc de chine monkey lamps. I believe that the monkey sculptures are German porcelain and date to the late 19th or early 20t...

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Late 19th Century European Chinoiserie Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Rare Antique Black Forest Match Strike, Monkey with Glass Eyes, circa 1900
Rare Antique Black Forest Match Strike, Monkey with Glass Eyes, circa 1900

Rare Antique Black Forest Match Strike, Monkey with Glass Eyes, circa 1900

Located in Bath, GB

The monkey holds a brass matchbox holder on the back with a putt to the top and strikes being revealed on both sides, to the front the monkey holds a brass dish for the spent matches.

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Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Brass Sculpture of Monkey Holding Business Card Holder, Late 19th Century
Brass Sculpture of Monkey Holding Business Card Holder, Late 19th Century

Brass Sculpture of Monkey Holding Business Card Holder, Late 19th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Late 19th Century Brass Sculpture of Monkey Holding Business Card Holder

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Late 19th Century European Folk Art Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Monkey Corkscrew in Brass, Kay Bojesen for Einar Dragsted, 1920s
Vintage Danish Monkey Corkscrew in Brass, Kay Bojesen for Einar Dragsted, 1920s

Vintage Danish Monkey Corkscrew in Brass, Kay Bojesen for Einar Dragsted, 1920s

By Kay Bojesen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

The top of the corkscrew almost resembles a crucified monkey though probably for practical reasons.

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1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass, Steel

Painted Carved Wooden Carousel Monkey
Painted Carved Wooden Carousel Monkey

Painted Carved Wooden Carousel Monkey

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H 31 in W 42 in D 9.5 in

Painted Carved Wooden Carousel Monkey

Located in Washington, DC

A unique French carousel carved and painted wooden monkey with brass handle. Original paint has been worn but shows a playful design.

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Early 19th Century European Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Antique Chinese Table Gong Held Up by Two Hand Carved Wooden Monkey Sculptures
Antique Chinese Table Gong Held Up by Two Hand Carved Wooden Monkey Sculptures

Antique Chinese Table Gong Held Up by Two Hand Carved Wooden Monkey Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

Many Chinese try to give birth in a year of the Monkey, as they believe that this will make their babies clever.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Pair of Japanese Solid Brass Monkey Form Vases
Pair of Japanese Solid Brass Monkey Form Vases

Pair of Japanese Solid Brass Monkey Form Vases

Located in Southfield, MI

Fantastic quality solid brass vessels, probably vases made in Japan, dating to the 1920's.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Solid Brass & Copper Three Wise Monkeys
Solid Brass & Copper Three Wise Monkeys

Solid Brass & Copper Three Wise Monkeys

Located in Los Angeles, CA

See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil. Great rich patina with a green hue and hints of brass.

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Early 20th Century Antique Brass Monkey

Whimsical Monkey Console Table
Whimsical Monkey Console Table

Whimsical Monkey Console Table

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H 32 in W 27 in D 15 in

Whimsical Monkey Console Table

Located in Woodbury, CT

A BRASS COLLAR AROUND THE MONKEY'S NECK WITH A CHAIN ATTACHED, GILDED LEAVES ON THE TREE

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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass

Unusual English 19th cent. carved figural Monkey  card tray.
Unusual English 19th cent. carved figural Monkey  card tray.

Unusual English 19th cent. carved figural Monkey card tray.

Located in New York, NY

They were used to display business cards. The monkey and base are carved wood. The tray and buttons are brass.The eyes are glass.

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19th Century English Antique Brass Monkey

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Brass

Antique Blown Glass Inkwell With Brass Monkey Hinged Lid
Antique Blown Glass Inkwell With Brass Monkey Hinged Lid

Antique Blown Glass Inkwell With Brass Monkey Hinged Lid

Located in Seguin, TX

Monkey is 1" x 1.5", wear to bottom, overall patina to brass.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass

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French Iron Double Wall Coat Hooks - 1 available
French Iron Double Wall Coat Hooks - 1 available

French Iron Double Wall Coat Hooks - 1 available

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French iron double wall hooks - one available France, mid century Beautifully contrasted iron with brass accents creates a palette to please Angled iron upper arm is finished wit...

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Mid-20th Century French Antique Brass Monkey

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Iron

Art Nouveau Celtic Creature Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Celtic Creature Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Celtic Creature Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass, Steel

Art Nouveau Dandelion Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet
Art Nouveau Dandelion Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

Art Nouveau Dandelion Repoussé Box by Alfred Daguet

By Alfred Daguet

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brass Monkey

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Antique Brass Monkey For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique brass monkey you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique brass monkey — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique brass monkey you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique brass monkey, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique brass monkey over the years, but those crafted by Ignatius Taschner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Brass Monkey?

Prices for an antique brass monkey start at $160 and top out at $8,500 with the average selling for $1,990.