Vintage Monkey Figurine Gingo The Smoking Monkey new rare retro old toy

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Description

This figurine depicts an anthropomorphic monkey, standing, in a retro style, under the Gingo brand. The item is presented in its original packaging, a transparent plastic bag that fully covers the figurine and its cardboard backing. On the upper part, the orange presentation card features the inscription "Gingo" in stylized black letters, accompanied by a drawing of a smiling character wearing a hat, which enhances the overall vintage appearance.

The figurine visible through the plastic boasts an expressive face with large, round eyes and a prominent muzzle, characteristic of retro-style toys. The monkey wears what appears to be a green jacket and blue trousers, with painted details highlighting the character's features. The colors are bold: brown/orange for the head, green for the clothing, blue for the lower body. The overall appearance evokes plastic or resin toy productions typical of the second half of the 20th century, without being able to specify the exact material (not mentioned in the keywords, not definitively identified in the photo).

The figurine is securely held on a blue base visible through the packaging, ensuring its stability. No mechanism or articulation is apparent on the visible side; the posture is static, with one arm bent across the chest and the other along the body. No removable accessories are observable. The inscription "La Scimmia che Fuma" (literally "the smoking monkey" in Italian) is mentioned in the keywords but is not legible on the card visible in the photo.

The graphic style of the card and the color palette used reinforce the retro/vintage dimension of the object, which corresponds to the trend of antique collectible toys produced between the 60s and 80s. No details indicate a precise date or limited edition, but the design and presentation suggest a vintage toy or a faithful re-edition of the original. The new condition under plastic is a rare asset for this type of item.

Condition

Used item sold as is, preserved in its original plastic bag. The figurine and card appear to be in excellent visual condition on the side shown, with no apparent defects.

Did you know? The term "La Scimmia che Fuma" refers to a popular character in Italian culture, often used in humor or satire, and inspired several series of toys and figurines in the 70s-80s. The Gingo brand produced various animal characters in a caricatural style, prized for their expressive design and robustness.

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