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Large Early 20th Century Carved Chinese Monkey
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Large Early 20th Century Carved Chinese Monkey

1920 - 1940
Description

A fantastic carved monkey of large proportions, circa early 20th century. Traces of a Chinese stamp to the underside. The wood is unidentified but is very light.

The monkey is sat with its arms resting on its knees in an attentive manner. The carved eyes are painted black and the body has deep grooving throughout to mimic fur.

A great looking piece.

Dimensions:-

Height: 39.5cm

Width: 25cm

Depth: 22cm

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UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
39.5cm (15.55")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Wooden Monkey to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1241219
Dealers Internal Reference
7900
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Description
A fantastic carved monkey of large proportions, circa early 20th century. Traces of a Chinese stamp to the underside. The wood is unidentified but is very light.

The monkey is sat with its arms resting on its knees in an attentive manner. The carved eyes are painted black and the body has deep grooving throughout to mimic fur.

A great looking piece.

Dimensions:-

Height: 39.5cm

Width: 25cm

Depth: 22cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Height
39.5cm (15.55")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Chinese Carved Wooden Monkey to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241219
Dealers Internal Ref
7900
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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Archive I A hand-carved warm brown wooden sculpture depicting a seated monkey with chiselled fur texture.

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A hand-carved warm brown wooden sculpture depicting a seated monkey with chiselled fur texture.
Large Early 20th Century Carved Chinese Monkey
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A hand-carved warm brown wooden sculpture depicting a seated monkey with chiselled fur texture.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleChinese Republic Period
  • MaterialWood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsChiselled fur texture, dark inlaid eyes, seated posture
  • SizeH 39.5 cm (16 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This large early 20th century Chinese sculpture takes the form of a seated monkey in a Chinese Republic style. Modelled in warm brown wood with a light tone, it shows deep grooving across the entire body to mimic fur, along with dark inlaid eyes painted black and chiselled details around the face. Traces of a Chinese stamp appear to the underside. The figure sits with its arms resting on its knees in an attentive posture, measuring 39.5 cm high, 25 cm wide and 22 cm deep. Placed on a bookshelf or within a gentleman's library, this decorative object brings character to an interior. The sculpture stands independently on a flat surface, catching the light across its polished wooden grain and the textured carvings of its limbs.

FAQs

During the late Qing Dynasty and Republic period in China, artisan woodcarvers produced figurative sculptures representing animals, deities, and folklore characters for both domestic decoration and export trade.

Craftsmen typically utilized indigenous dense hardwoods or softwoods such as boxwood, camphor, or pine, which were carved using handheld chisels and finished with natural wax or varnish.

Authentic period examples demonstrate uneven hand-tool marks, natural shrinkage lines along the wood grain, and realistic wear or wax build-up in recessed areas.

Position the sculpture on a bookshelf, desk, or sideboard to serve as a tactile decorative accent that introduces organic warmth and character to neutral spaces.

Keep the object away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent splitting, dust regularly with a soft dry brush, and apply clear beeswax polish occasionally.
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