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Pair of Antique Wayang Klitik Shadow Puppets (Krucil Gepeng) 

Java, Indonesia, c. 1920

In wonderful polychrome colours that have naturally faded over time, consistent with their age and use, they are in good condition for their age. 

Please refer to the photos for a detailed impression of condition and surface wear.

Dimensions:
56 × 23 cm
44 × 12 cm

Provenance:
Purchased from a private collector who acquired them years ago from the collection of the now-closed Museum Nusantara in Delft, the Netherlands.

Will be carefully packed and shipped insured.

1920-1930 - Wood, Leather - Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes

Puppet (2) - Wayang Klitik - Wood, Leather - 1920-1930

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Folk Art

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Oil painting

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Batik

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South America -  - Nineteenth Century 

Mortar - Stone - Nineteenth Century

Early 20th century - Excellent condition

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