Vintage Italian Handmade Silver Chimpanzee Figurine, Italy, 1970s

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Vintage miniature sculpture with a curious, cheeky, personality packed feel, depicting a chimpanzee holding a stick, handcrafted in italy between … Read more Vintage miniature sculpture with a curious, cheeky, personality packed feel, depicting a chimpanzee holding a stick, handcrafted in italy between the 1970s and 1980s in genuine solid silver.

a rare and refreshingly unconventional subject, modelled with great attention to volume and expressiveness. Despite its compact size, this figurine has a strong presence and a finely detailed finish, making it perfect as a display piece or as a distinctive collectible silver miniature with real character.

an ideal piece for collectors of unusual animalier miniatures, for anyone drawn to exotic subjects, or for those looking for a vintage italian silver item that instantly stands out.

key details:

decorative chimpanzee figurine in solid continental silver (800/000)
estimated period: 1970s 1980s
weight: 22.28 grams (0.786 oz / 0.72 t oz)
hallmarked 800
place of production: italy
measurements: h 3.2 cm x w 2.8 cm x d 2.1 cm

additional benefits:

• vintage italian craftsmanship
• rare and highly original subject
• compact miniature with a satisfying weight presence
• well defined detailing and expressive modelling
• perfect for unconventional animalier collections See less