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Japanese Antique Wood Carving Monkey 1860s-1900s / Figurine Sculpture Wabi Sabi

About the Item

This is a very old Japanese wood carving of a monkey. It is a wood carving from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It appears to be carved from cedar wood. "Monkey holding a peach" Peaches have been a symbol of longevity and protection from evil since ancient times. The monkey is a messenger of the gods, both of which are considered to be very auspicious. It is said that a monkey holding a peach is a symbol of good luck. This is a very rare wood carving that brings good luck. Weight 300g.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Width: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cedar,Japanned
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s-1900s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sammu-shi, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5487230926512

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