03-19-201603-19-2016
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March 19, 2016 11:00 AMCalender
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Wood Carving of a Monkey

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$400$325
Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2885BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 19, 2016 11:00AM

Description:

Wood Carving of a Monkey, Japan, 20th century, in a crouching pose with his back forward, dressed as a priest, a shaman's handbell in his right hand and his left placed on his left knee, signed "Gusen Unpo koku" on the back, carved base, with a wood stand, ht. 8 3/8 in.
Estimate $700-900

minor chips to the tip of hat and base, otherwise in good condition.


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Keywords

Japan