Manner of Les Lalanne, Large Modernist Monkey Sculpture

1980s, textured fiberglass with sanded finish, gold leaf applied to monkey's face, tail removable, monkey not secured to rectangular pedestal

65 3/4 x 32 3/4 x 13 in.

After the space-age monochrome modernism of the 1960s, the 1970s ushered in a renewed interest in nature and the organic — exemplified by the works of François-Xavier (1927-2008) and Claude Lalanne (1924-2019).

Les Lalanne, as they became known collectively, were one of the most dynamic art couples of the 20th century. Courted by Surrealists and celebrities alike, their distinctive blend of fine and decorative arts, which was based on naturalistic forms, has made their work highly prized by contemporary collectors.

Bio courtesy of Christie's.

Gilt loss to face, tail, and pedestal; scattered small scuffs and chips to body; pedestal with scuffs to corners.