Wood Carving from Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture
Vintage carving from 1986 (marked on base)
This monkey sculpture is based on an eight-panel sculpture at Toshogu Shrine in Nikko, carved during the Edo Period
The relief depicts eight stages of life enacted by monkeys, the Three Wise Monkeys being the most notable
They represent the principle of Mizaru (not seeing), Kikazaru (not hearing), and Iwazaru (not saying)
During the Meiji Period (1868-1912), the Three Wise Monkeys was introduced to the western world
This lead to the coinage of the proverb see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil
WEIGHT (without packaging)
LENGTH 11.8cm (4.6") x WIDTH 4.3cm (1.7") x HEIGHT 7.2cm (2.8")
WEIGHT
124 Grams
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some signs of aging such as wood darkening in places. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
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⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
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Wood Carving from Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture
Vintage carving from 1986 (marked on base)
This monkey sculpture is based on an eight-panel sculpture at Toshogu Shrine in Nikko, carved during the Edo Period
The relief depicts eight stages of life enacted by monkeys, the Three Wise Monkeys being the most notable
They represent the principle of Mizaru (not seeing), Kikazaru (not hearing), and Iwazaru (not saying)
During the Meiji Period (1868-1912), the Three Wise Monkeys was introduced to the western world
This lead to the coinage of the proverb see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil
WEIGHT (without packaging)
LENGTH 11.8cm (4.6") x WIDTH 4.3cm (1.7") x HEIGHT 7.2cm (2.8")
WEIGHT
124 Grams
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some signs of aging such as wood darkening in places. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.
⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
