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Magnificent Carved Black Forest Monkey Gong, circa 1890

$3,443.85
£2,500
€2,985.46
CA$4,796.80
A$4,880.12
CHF 2,796.80
MX$58,759.68
NOK 32,689.38
SEK 32,832.85
DKK 22,319.03

About the Item

A fabulous and scarce find, this wonderful large Black Forest Monkey was hand carved circa 1890 with superb quality detail and retaining two glass eyes. The gong is hooked to the underside of his hands and is silver plated. A grand and unusual piece in excellent condition (an old repair to one foot, insignificant but mentioned and shown for accuracy). 4 1/2" wide x 6 1/2" deep x 13" tall; the gong having a diameter measuring 5". Item ID: 40636.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 406361stDibs: LU3365312629032

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