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Pair Chinese export porcelain figures of Monkeys holding peaches. Expressive facial features. Modeled in mirror image, each seated atop a …
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Pair Chinese export porcelain figures of Monkeys holding peaches. Expressive facial features. Modeled in mirror image, each seated atop a pink and green enameled rockwork base, the monkeys smiling and holding a peach, their fur picked out in tones of sepia.
The monkey of Chinese folklore steals the peach of immortality from the Gods - a well-loved story from popular Chinese opera. Each measures 8 1/8" tall x 4 1/4" wide x 3 1/2" deep. Good condition.
For a similar pair see Christie's Auction February 9, 2016 - Property of a Southern Collector, Lot 245.
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- Dimensions
- 4.25ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 8.12ʺH
- Period
- 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good condition. Good condition. less
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