Rare Walter Bosse Mid Century Monkey Toothpick Holder

Rare charming toothpick holder in the form of a monkey, designed by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller, Austria, in the early 1950's. Can be used as a pen or pencil holder too.

Attributed to Walter Bosse as there are no makers marks or stickers often missing over time.

Whilst most of the creature's features are polished to a golden shine, the monkey's main body is black, and has a bamboo holder for tooth picks, pen or pencils(whatever you prefer).

Walter Bosse is best known for his playful 'black-golden' line of patinated brass animals.

This figurine is in good condition with age related patina. Weighs 80 grams.

It measures:
Height: 2.3/4 inches - 7 cm
Width: 3.1/4 inches - 8.2 cm
Depth: 2.3/4 inches - 7 cm