Triple monkey figurine amulet with hole in center. This miniature carved faience bead or pin ornament shows three monkeys in tight embrace with amused expressions on their faces. Possibly placed on a stick or cord. Possibly molded and carved. Mat… >

Monkeys are also still found in South Asia, both in the wild and as pets. A few of the Indus figurines represent uniquely primate postures, such as a monkey sitting with its long arms and hands held on either side of its head. Approximate dimens… >

Another example where Indus craftsmen are able to imbue a tiny figurine with indelible character. Marshall wrote (Mohenjo-daro, pp. 351): "No 13 (DK 2091), which is 1.5 inches high, is a delightful little figure of a monkey squatting with hand… >