A FINE WOOD OKIMONO DEPICTING A PILE OF MONKEYS

A FINE WOOD OKIMONO DEPICTING A PILE OF MONKEYS
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Finely carved, the nine monkeys clamoring on top of each other in a playful manner with the largest monkey looking vaguely annoyed by the smaller, more energetic monkeys. Several monkeys have their mouths open in cries of alarm as their heads are stepped on, eyes are poked, and ears are pulled. At the top of the group, a single monkey holds a large fruit in its hand, sinking its teeth into the fruit. Each monkey is carved with finely incised hair and eyes inlaid in light and dark horn.
HEIGHT 12.2 cm
Condition: Good condition with minor wear and presenting well. Some replacements to the inlaid eyes. Few age cracks with associated repairs, and some restorations to limbs.