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Japanese Monkey Suaka

$2,161.78
£1,592.14
€1,800
CA$2,940.93
A$3,268.02
CHF 1,712.48
MX$40,076.42
NOK 21,841.64
SEK 20,547.81
DKK 13,703.12
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About the Item

Bronze sculpture of a monkey laying on a golden brass tray adorned with copper leaves. This sculpture is made of sentoku and shibuchi bronze with a very interesting suaka patina. Japan – Meiji period (1868-1912) Diameter of the tray : 10 cm Monkey : Height : 5 cm – length : 3.5 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Diameter: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1868-1912
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2024-13061stDibs: LU8311242492102

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