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Mid-19th Century, French, Gilt Bronze Monkey Chef

$1,858.16
£1,350
€1,582.42
CA$2,536.74
A$2,822.02
CHF 1,479.34
MX$34,484.44
NOK 18,837.55
SEK 17,732.95
DKK 11,812.15
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About the Item

A fantastically modelled gilt bronze monkey chef, he stands proudly on a black polished stone base.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015328567582

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