Lot Essay
Monkeys were kept as pets and often appear as part of the family scene in tomb reliefs. They were a popular subject for cosmetic containers, especially holding kohl flasks
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A LIMESTONE MODEL OF A MONKEY PLAYING A HARP
DYNASTY XVIII, CIRCA 1450-1300 B.C.
The crouching long-tailed ape with young clinging to her back, playing with both 'hands' a five-stringed harp which sits on the ground in front
3 in. (7.5 cm.) high
DYNASTY XVIII, CIRCA 1450-1300 B.C.
The crouching long-tailed ape with young clinging to her back, playing with both 'hands' a five-stringed harp which sits on the ground in front
3 in. (7.5 cm.) high