Description: Beautiful Vintage See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil Monkeys - Hand carved out of hardwood (unknown species). Nice wood grain throughout carvings. Green felt on the bottom of each monkey to protect table surface. Circa 1980s. Unknown region of manufacture. The age-old Japanese saying "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil" became popular during the 17th century and is based on an old Buddhist parable meant to teach one awareness and not turning a blind eye to bad occurrences. It is a symbol of positive thinking and doing good things. The three monkeys are named Mizaru, Kikazaru and Iwazaru in Japanese. Excellent vintage condition. There are no cracks or chips. Light wear as seen in photos. Please review all photos which are part of the description. All measurements are approximate and/or rounded to the nearest 1/8" See No Evil - MIZARU: 6 5/16" high x 1 3/8" wide x 2 1/8" deep; 4.6 oz.Hear No Evil - KIKAZARU: 6 1/4" high x 1 3/8" wide x 2" deep; 4.4 oz.Speak No Evil - IWAZARU: 5 7/8" high x 1 1/2" wide x 2 1/8" deep; 5.2 oz. SHIPPING INFORMATIONWe will ship to your confirmed checkout address. RETURN POLICYNo returns. This item is being offered as a final sale and as is. If you have a question about an item, please ask us through eBay messages before bidding on or buying the item and we will answer it as soon as possible. CONTACT USWe strive to describe the item in detail and provide photographs. If you would like to contact us after your purchase, please use eBay messages and select Other as the reason. Our goal is to provide you with five star service. Thank you.
Price: 28.95 USD
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
End Time: 2024-11-18T18:15:56.000Z
Shipping Cost: 11.61 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Pattern: All-Over
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Medium
Color: Brown
Material: Wood
Item Length: 2 in
Subject: Three Wise Monkeys
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Sculpture
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Number in Pack: 3
Item Height: 6 in
Collection: Animals
Theme: Mystical
Style: Contemporary
Features: Carvings
Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989
Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
Finish: Matte
Handmade: Yes
Culture: Japan
Item Width: 1.5 in
Character Family: Not Applicable