Monkey sculpture "okimono", Taishō - Shōwa period, ca. 1912-1940
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Lot: 168
99th AuctionMonkey sculpture "okimono", Taishō - Shōwa period, ca. 1912-1940
Japan
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| Galerie Mingei, Paris, France |
H: 10.8 inch; T: 10.4 inch |
This object is not available anymore. |
wood, carver's mark on the underside of the base: "Mu" (unknown)
Beautiful depiction of a Japanese macaque ("Macaca fuscata") or snow monkey. A work of powerful sculptural form with clear contours and beautiful all-round view.
