6 wayang golèk puppets - Cirebon, Java - Indonesia (No Reserve Price)
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Six Javanese wayang golek putri puppets, carved from wood and hand-painted with original batik fabrics, from Java, Indonesia, dating ca. 1930–1950, about 60 cm tall (45–60 cm range) with 6 cm width and 6 cm depth, supplied without a stand and showing age-related wear.
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Collection of Javanese wayang golek puppets (6 pieces) – Princess figures – Indonesia, circa 1930–1950
A charming and authentic set of six traditional wayang golek puppets from Java (Indonesia). It exclusively features princess figures — elegant female characters from classical wayang theater — with refined facial features, beautifully styled hair, and original batik skirts.
Features
Number: 6 dolls
Material: hand-carved wood, hand-painted
Clothing: original (older) batik textiles.
Origin: Java, Indonesia.
Period: approx. 1930–1950
Heights: approx. 45–60 cm
Including various original handlebars
Description
The dolls depict various court characters with slender bodies, expressive faces, and elegant headdresses. Some figures wear richer clothing with fringes and details, giving the set a particularly varied character. Together, they form a visually striking and decorative group, representative of the classical wayang golek repertoire.
Condition
Worn, with visible signs of aging: paint wear and small chips, minor damage to some heads, loose arms, stains and aging in the fabrics, and some missing or damaged steering sticks. See the photos for a complete impression.
Despite that, a beautiful, authentic, and decorative collection.
Shipping
Carefully packed in a custom-made box and shipped insured.
Collection of Javanese wayang golek puppets (6 pieces) – Princess figures – Indonesia, circa 1930–1950
A charming and authentic set of six traditional wayang golek puppets from Java (Indonesia). It exclusively features princess figures — elegant female characters from classical wayang theater — with refined facial features, beautifully styled hair, and original batik skirts.
Features
Number: 6 dolls
Material: hand-carved wood, hand-painted
Clothing: original (older) batik textiles.
Origin: Java, Indonesia.
Period: approx. 1930–1950
Heights: approx. 45–60 cm
Including various original handlebars
Description
The dolls depict various court characters with slender bodies, expressive faces, and elegant headdresses. Some figures wear richer clothing with fringes and details, giving the set a particularly varied character. Together, they form a visually striking and decorative group, representative of the classical wayang golek repertoire.
Condition
Worn, with visible signs of aging: paint wear and small chips, minor damage to some heads, loose arms, stains and aging in the fabrics, and some missing or damaged steering sticks. See the photos for a complete impression.
Despite that, a beautiful, authentic, and decorative collection.
Shipping
Carefully packed in a custom-made box and shipped insured.
Details
No. of items
6
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
6 wayang golèk puppets - Cirebon, Java
Height
60 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
6 cm
