Pair Of Painted Stone Monkey Brackets From Gujarat - 18th Century gifts Similar examples can be found

Similar examples can be found in many books on Antique Chinese furniture including 'Chinese Furniture' by Mazurkewich (Figure 332)

There is a lockbox in the bottom right corner and four drawers in total

63 x 29 x 27

Dimensions: W208 x D45 x H63 cm

Features: Hand-carved floral and geometric detailing

Pair Of Painted Stone Monkey Brackets From Gujarat - 18th Century gifts Similar examples can be foundThis unusual pair of Indian blue monkeys were once brackets attached to an old building in Gujarat which has since fallen into disrepair. These could be vanara (forest dwellers) who featured in the Ramayana & helped Rama in his battles against Ravana. The Hindu god Hanuman takes the form of a monkey and represents fortitude, tenacity & valor. They're perfect pieces for a monkey lover or a lover of Indian art. Sold as a pair. From Gujarat, India UK