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Whimsical vintage Italian ceramic centerpiece featuring a reclining monkey supporting a large shell-form bowl overhead. Executed in glossy white glazed …
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Whimsical vintage Italian ceramic centerpiece featuring a reclining monkey supporting a large shell-form bowl overhead. Executed in glossy white glazed ceramic with a beautifully detailed shell finished in warm cream, brown, and coral tones.
The sculptural form is both playful and sophisticated, making it equally at home in Palm Beach, Hollywood Regency, Coastal, or Grandmillennial interiors. The generously sized shell bowl functions beautifully as a fruit bowl, centerpiece, catchall, or decorative console accent.
The hand-painted underside mark suggests Italian manufacture, likely dating to the mid-to-late 20th century.
A particularly charming example with wonderful scale and presence.
Dimensions
* 9.5” H
* 9.5” W
* 7.25” D
Bowl Interior
* 7.25” Diameter
Condition
Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. No significant chips, cracks, or repairs observed. Presents beautifully.
Style Keywords
Italian Ceramic, Monkey Decor, Hollywood Regency, Palm Beach Chic, Coastal Decor, Centerpiece Bowl, Shell Bowl, Whimsical Italian, Grandmillennial Style, Coastal Neoclassical
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- Dimensions
- 9.5ʺW × 7.25ʺD × 9ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. No significant chips, cracks, or repairs observed. Presents beautifully. Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. No significant chips, cracks, or repairs observed. Presents beautifully. less
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