Early 20th Century Japanese Terracotta 3 Wise Monkeys No Evil See No Evil Speak No Evil Figurine

Description

Stunning early 20th century handmade painted terracotta three Wise Monkeys figurine. Mizaru who is covering his eyes, Kikazaru who is … more Stunning early 20th century handmade painted terracotta three Wise Monkeys figurine. Mizaru who is covering his eyes, Kikazaru who is covering his ears and Iwazaru who is covering his mouth. All three embody the proverb "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil". The figure is combed terracotta with blue, red and green paint. The robes of the monkeys are painted with Japanese symbols on the back.
It is in great vintage condition(marks and wear consistent with their age and history).
Dimensions (approximately):
3.25" L x 2" H x 1.5" W less