Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Carved from a tubular piece of stag antler, hollow in the center and with a plug on the top of its head, depicting a slightly stylized monkey with amusingly large eyes, holding a chestnut. Spectacular patina indicating an early piece. One large himotoshi in the back and the other natural through the hollow section of the antler.
HEIGHT 5.5 cm
Condition: Good condition, stunning patina. Plugged section of the hollow stag antler. Provenance: The Gabor Wilhelm Collection.