Monkey Figure
Dateca. 1770
OriginEngland, Staffordshire
MediumLead-glazed earthenware (china glaze / pearlware)
DimensionsOH: 4 1/4"; OL: 2 1/8"; OD: 2 3/8".
Credit LineGift of Ellen and Mickey Simon
Object number2024-224
DescriptionFigure of a monkey: molded as a seated monkey with one hand raised to his mouth as if he is eating something; decorated with mottled or tortoiseshell colors. Similar to archaeological examples recovered in early America.
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