bronze candle holder XIX th monkey scientist

Zoomorphic candle holder in gilded bronze late nineteenth. Monkey dressed in trousers and a tunic, standing and presenting in his hands a candle holder on a tray. the tail of the annimal serves as a support on the back and the expression of the monkey's face is of great realism. the carving of the whole is of great finesse and the gilding remains in excellent condition. Rare, original and decorative object. Height 17.5 cm. Weight 1, 380kg.