Puppet (2) Java - Leather, Wood, Bamboo - 1970-1980
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Wayang kulit shadow puppets Java 20th century hand-carved traditional Indonesian shadow theater set of two figures:
Set of two refined hand-carved wayang kulit shadow puppets from Java, probably 20th century. Made from carefully treated leather with finely openworked patterns and hand-painted in gold, red, blue and black. The right wooden control rod is intact and the left shows a broken control rod in the middle. These figures refer to classical characters from the Javanese shadow theater and carry rich cultural symbolism. Decorative on the wall or as a collector's item with an authentic look.
Dimensions: 74 x 30 x 0.5 cm
Seller's Story
I specialize in Asian and tribal art objects, with a strong focus on hand-carved wooden statues, ritual objects, and decorative pieces with cultural significance. Each object is carefully selected for its appearance, material, age-related characteristics, and authenticity.
In addition to art, I also collect and sell Japanese Pokémon cards, originating from Japan. These cards are carefully checked for authenticity and condition, and always safely packaged for shipping.
I believe that collecting is about trust, experience, and respect for the object. That’s why I take ample time with packaging, communication, and shipping, so that every item arrives safely and with care to its new owner.
Translated by Google TranslateWayang kulit shadow puppets Java 20th century hand-carved traditional Indonesian shadow theater set of two figures:
Set of two refined hand-carved wayang kulit shadow puppets from Java, probably 20th century. Made from carefully treated leather with finely openworked patterns and hand-painted in gold, red, blue and black. The right wooden control rod is intact and the left shows a broken control rod in the middle. These figures refer to classical characters from the Javanese shadow theater and carry rich cultural symbolism. Decorative on the wall or as a collector's item with an authentic look.
Dimensions: 74 x 30 x 0.5 cm
Seller's Story
I specialize in Asian and tribal art objects, with a strong focus on hand-carved wooden statues, ritual objects, and decorative pieces with cultural significance. Each object is carefully selected for its appearance, material, age-related characteristics, and authenticity.
In addition to art, I also collect and sell Japanese Pokémon cards, originating from Japan. These cards are carefully checked for authenticity and condition, and always safely packaged for shipping.
I believe that collecting is about trust, experience, and respect for the object. That’s why I take ample time with packaging, communication, and shipping, so that every item arrives safely and with care to its new owner.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Leather type
Goat skin
No. of items
2
Title
Wayang Kulit
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Bamboo, Leather, Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Java
Indigenous object name
Wayang kulit
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
74 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
0.5 cm
Depiction/Theme
Religion
Estimated period
1970-1980
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