Amulet – The Monkey with the Immortality Peach – Longevity, Wisdom and Prosperity. - Amulet
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Chinese Amulet – Monkey and the Immortality Peach for Longevity, Wisdom, and Prosperity.
This elegant amulet is finely carved in the round and depicts a monkey holding a longevity peach, one of the most emblematic motifs in Chinese iconography. The delicate engraved details highlight the animal’s fur and emphasize the craftsmanship quality.
Presenting soft ivory-to-creamy tones, accompanied by a silky, lightly satin, and subtly translucent appearance, this sculpture exudes timeless charm.
In Chinese tradition, the monkey is a symbol of intelligence, agility, wisdom, success, and good fortune. It also represents perseverance and the ability to overcome difficulties.
The longevity peach (Shou Tao) is one of the most powerful Taoist symbols. Associated with the immortals and the god of longevity Shou Xing, it embodies a long life, good health, happiness, and prosperity.
Combining these two symbols, this amulet is traditionally regarded as a talisman promoting longevity, achievement, protection, and abundance.
Serpentine stone, a pearly sacred stone of Chinese civilization, has symbolized purity, wisdom, prosperity, and harmony for millennia. It is traditionally worn as a protective talisman and bringer of good fortune.
This combination of the monkey and the longevity peach is highly appreciated by collectors of Asian art and forms a classic subject in Chinese sculpture.
Dimensions:
Natural serpentine
Dimensions: (48 x 46 x 14 mm)
Weight: 36.79 g
Origin: China
Condition: Very good, light age-appropriate wear
A presentation box will be included.
A note:
In Chinese culture, the monkey (猴 hóu) is a symbol of nimble wit, social ascent, and business luck. Pairing it here with a purse, it embodies wishes for wealth, success, and career advancement. This type of talisman was often given as a good‑luck gift to scholars, officials, or merchants seeking prosperity.
Serpentine, visually close to jade, is reputed for its spiritual protection and inner calm.
The monkey (猴, hóu) is a positive and dynamic figure in Chinese culture.
The word "猴" (monkey) is a homophone of "侯", a noble title (marquis). Thus, a monkey holding an object (such as a purse, seal, or scroll) is often seen as a bearer of success or social advancement, promotions, or official honors.
In Feng Shui:
The monkey is considered a clever protector who deflects misfortune with intelligence.
Worn as an amulet, it helps seize opportunities, avoid traps, and negotiate shrewdly.
It could have been given as a good‑omen gift to a scholar, an official, or a merchant seeking prosperity.
Please kindly take the attached photos into account for the best impression.
Carefully packaged with international tracking. Fast and secure shipping.
UPS for the EU and Colissimo for France and outside the EU.
Chinese Amulet – Monkey and the Immortality Peach for Longevity, Wisdom, and Prosperity.
This elegant amulet is finely carved in the round and depicts a monkey holding a longevity peach, one of the most emblematic motifs in Chinese iconography. The delicate engraved details highlight the animal’s fur and emphasize the craftsmanship quality.
Presenting soft ivory-to-creamy tones, accompanied by a silky, lightly satin, and subtly translucent appearance, this sculpture exudes timeless charm.
In Chinese tradition, the monkey is a symbol of intelligence, agility, wisdom, success, and good fortune. It also represents perseverance and the ability to overcome difficulties.
The longevity peach (Shou Tao) is one of the most powerful Taoist symbols. Associated with the immortals and the god of longevity Shou Xing, it embodies a long life, good health, happiness, and prosperity.
Combining these two symbols, this amulet is traditionally regarded as a talisman promoting longevity, achievement, protection, and abundance.
Serpentine stone, a pearly sacred stone of Chinese civilization, has symbolized purity, wisdom, prosperity, and harmony for millennia. It is traditionally worn as a protective talisman and bringer of good fortune.
This combination of the monkey and the longevity peach is highly appreciated by collectors of Asian art and forms a classic subject in Chinese sculpture.
Dimensions:
Natural serpentine
Dimensions: (48 x 46 x 14 mm)
Weight: 36.79 g
Origin: China
Condition: Very good, light age-appropriate wear
A presentation box will be included.
A note:
In Chinese culture, the monkey (猴 hóu) is a symbol of nimble wit, social ascent, and business luck. Pairing it here with a purse, it embodies wishes for wealth, success, and career advancement. This type of talisman was often given as a good‑luck gift to scholars, officials, or merchants seeking prosperity.
Serpentine, visually close to jade, is reputed for its spiritual protection and inner calm.
The monkey (猴, hóu) is a positive and dynamic figure in Chinese culture.
The word "猴" (monkey) is a homophone of "侯", a noble title (marquis). Thus, a monkey holding an object (such as a purse, seal, or scroll) is often seen as a bearer of success or social advancement, promotions, or official honors.
In Feng Shui:
The monkey is considered a clever protector who deflects misfortune with intelligence.
Worn as an amulet, it helps seize opportunities, avoid traps, and negotiate shrewdly.
It could have been given as a good‑omen gift to a scholar, an official, or a merchant seeking prosperity.
Please kindly take the attached photos into account for the best impression.
Carefully packaged with international tracking. Fast and secure shipping.
UPS for the EU and Colissimo for France and outside the EU.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Metal
Amulet – The Monkey with the Immortality Peach – Longevity, Wisdom and Prosperity.
Total weight
36.74 g
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Country of origin
China
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