Description: 11 Atq Indonesian Small Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppets Handmade Leather Water Buffalo. Great set of shadow puppets from Java Indonesia. The real deal. Made from carved water buffalo hide and handpainted. Adapted from online sources: Wayang kulit is a traditional form of puppet-shadow play originally found in the cultures of Java and Bali in Indonesia. In a wayang kulit performance, the puppet figures are rear-projected on a taut linen screen with a coconut-oil (or electric) light. The dalang (shadow artist) manipulates carved leather figures between the lamp and the screen to bring the shadows to life. The narratives of wayang kulit often have to do with the major theme of good vs. evil. Wayang kulit is among the best known Wayang theatre, offering a unique combination of ritual, lesson and entertainment. Largest one measures 8" tall. Smallest is 6 3/8".
Price: 49.99 USD
Location: College Park, Maryland
End Time: 2024-08-27T18:23:32.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Country/Region of Manufacture: Indonesia
Culture: Indonesian
Handmade: Yes
