1980's Horchow Italian Majolica Ceramic Monkey and Banana Bowl

Description

This majolica style ceramic bowl was hand painted and made in Italy. Imported by Horchow in the late 30th Century, it features two monkeys atop a large bowl of bananas. One monkey is eating a banana and the other monkey is clamoring for one.
These bowls are discontinued and were produced in a limited quantity making them highly collectible today.
This piece is wonderful for a buffet giving a Palm Beach Regency flair. It is shown here full of beaded and sugared fruit which is not included.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The bowl is in wonderful vintage condition. We found no chips or cracks. There is very minor paint loss on the tips of a couple of the bananas. Please see all photos.

Dimensions:
Height: 13.5 in.
Width: 17 in.
Depth: 17 in.

Category: Decorative Bowls
Origin: Italy
Materials: Ceramic

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The bowl is in wonderful vintage condition. We found no chips or cracks. There is very minor paint loss on the tips of a couple of the bananas. Please see all photos.

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1980's Horchow Italian Majolica Ceramic Monkey and Banana Bowl

Lot 0718

Estimate $700-$2,100

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