Print of Birth of the Monkey, a 1922 illustration

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'Birth of the Monkey' Framed Prints, an artwork from Ivy Close Images/Universal Images Group. According to Chinese mythology, this piece is inspired by the Mountain of Flowers and Fruit in the Eastern continent. Perfect for art lovers and collectors, our Framed Prints are an addition to any room.

A serene and majestic scene unfolds in this vintage print of "Birth of the Monkey," a captivating tale from ancient Chinese mythology. Against a subtle background, a towering mountain rises with its rugged rocky point reaching for the sky. Atop this natural wonder, an egg takes shape, symbolizing new life as it gives birth to a mischievous monkey with eyes aglow like golden lightning.

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Image Download - Download 'Birth of the Monkey' image file from Universal Images Group, licensed for web use, television, editorial content in brochures or leaflets, merchandising with non-exclusive rights and advertising. This stock photo is part of Chinese mythology depicting the Mountain of Flowers and Fruit beyond Eastern seas.

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Premium Paradise Wooden Range A1 Premium Poster Frame (86x62cm) with A2 Poster (59x42cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.4cm x 58.8cm (16.3" x 23.1")

Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 86.6cm (24.4" x 34.1")

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