Mid-Century Hand Painted Italian Ceramic Monkey Sculptures – A Pair

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A charming and sculptural pair of mid-century ceramic monkey figures, modeled in expressive seated poses and finished in a luminous … Read more A charming and sculptural pair of mid-century ceramic monkey figures, modeled in expressive seated poses and finished in a luminous white glaze with hand-painted accents. Each monkey is perched atop a naturalistic tree-trunk base with applied foliage, holding fruit or corn—classic decorative motifs of post-war European ceramics.

The figures display wonderfully animated expressions and confident modeling, hallmarks of Italian decorative export ceramics produced during the 1950s–1960s for the American market. The glossy glaze, substantial weight, and sculptural presence make them equally suited for traditional, eclectic, or Palm Beach–inspired interiors.

The underside features a large open vented base with a fully glazed interior, a construction detail consistent with mid-century Italian ceramic production. No maker’s mark is present, which is typical for export pieces of this period.

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• Origin: Likely Italy
• Date: Circa 1950s–early 1960s
• Material: Glazed ceramic
• Tallest figure measures approx. 10” H x 7.5” W
• Condition: Very good vintage condition; no chips or cracks observed; light, age-
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