Question 1

Is “Dancing Monkey” in the public domain?

Accepted Answer

Yes. “Dancing Monkey” is public domain and released under CC0, so it is free to download and reuse for any purpose, including commercially, with no permission needed.

Question 2

Who created “Dancing Monkey”?

Accepted Answer

Christophe Fratin (French, 1801–1864) (c. 1835–40).

Question 3

Where is “Dancing Monkey” from?

Accepted Answer

It is catalogued from the open collection of Art Institute of Chicago and is free to reuse under CC0.

Question 4

Can I use “Dancing Monkey” commercially for free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As a CC0 public-domain work it can be used commercially, modified and redistributed with no fee and no attribution required.

Title	Dancing Monkey
Artist	Christophe Fratin (French, 1801–1864) Cast by Quesnel Foundry (French, active 19th century)
Date	c. 1835–40 19th century
Medium	Bronze
Classification	statuette
Origin	France France
Holding institution	Art Institute of Chicago
Credit line	Bequest of Chester D. Tripp
Rights	Public domain (CC0)

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