Set of four stylized, hand-carved African hardwood figurines depicting the traditional proverb of the Four Wise Monkeys: "see no evil, speak no evil, do no evil, hear no evil". Crafted in a bold, geometric modernist style with deep openwork negative space and ribbed detailing on the hands and feet, these sculptures reflect traditional Southern and East African tourist and export woodcarving traditions. Good vintage condition overall with a rich, dark patina and visible hand-tool marks consistent with hand-carved wooden pieces.