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Pair of Republic Period Copper and Cloisonne Chinese Monkeys

$3,550per set
£2,693.66per set
€3,079.96per set
CA$4,958.39per set
A$5,513.05per set
CHF 2,878.61per set
MX$67,107.27per set
NOK 36,729.83per set
SEK 34,414.10per set
DKK 22,986.29per set
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About the Item

These lovely large-scale figures are dressed in richly patterned blue cloisonne vests and hold a peach in yellow cloisonne enamels, circa 1920-1930. The bodies of the monkeys are repousse copper with many fine details worked from the inside and outside of the form making them charming and very expressive. Condition Disclosure: While we do our best to carefully inspect and give a full report on the condition of any item we sell, pointing out any repairs or alterations that may have been done to the best of our knowledge, as is the case with any antique and vintage item, there is a possibility that at some point in the life of the piece that there may have been damaged which has been professionally repaired and as such a repair undetectable, it is therefore impossible for us to disclose... we recommend that you also read and agree to the 1st dibs user agreement, particularly sections 9,13,15,18,19 and 27
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Enameled,Repoussé
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920-1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU81136773683

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