Seated Monkey Amulet

The animal is shown on an integral base, squatting on his haunches, body held upright, elbows resting on his knees with his chin in his hands. Two small protuberant eyes and a thin slit incised for the mouth enliven the face. A loop at the back of the neck allows for suspension.

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