Carved jade figurine “Monkeys”, Qing dynasty

Jade of a soft tone and milky texture, carved in the form of two monkeys, a mother and her young, joined at the centre at the level of the legs. Both animals have a thick body, rounded spine and flexed legs, forming an oval image, finished by the united faces of the apes, which show a relaxed and serene expression. Age patina is visible. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.

Size: 5.2 x 1.8 x 5.2 cm

Weight: 67.8 g

Provenance:

- Current private collection, London, United Kingdom.