Set of three Wayang Golek puppets. - Indonesia - Late 20th century
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Three hand-carved Wayang Golek puppets from Java, finely painted and batik adorned, dating from 1960 to 1980, a striking decorative trio with visible age and private collection provenance.
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Set of three Wayang Golek puppets – Java, Indonesia – wood, textile, hand-painted – circa 1960–1980
Decorative set of Wayang Golek puppets from Java.
All three are fully handcrafted and hand-painted, with original batik robes and typical Javanese facial features. The set consists of three different characters:
Figure with high black hair/crown styling (left in the group photo).
Finely cut face with strong lines
Original vest with beads and fringes.
Beautiful batik skirt with floral motifs
Character type: courtly conduct / nobility
Central figure with a tall pointed crown.
Face with expressive eyes and decorated crown.
Long batik skirt in brown and earth tones.
Older patina and visible wear.
Probably a humorous or semi-noble character.
Slim figure with large black hair loop (right)
Light face with graceful lines and blue crown accents.
Purple bust piece with sequins
Batikrok in a geometric pattern
Origin: Java, Indonesia.
Materials: wood, paint, batik cotton, bamboo.
Height: approx. 60–70 cm
Period: 1960–1980
The visible footplate is not part of the lot.
Condition
Used condition, with visible signs of aging, minor paint and wood damages, tears in fabric, loose arms, and normal patina from use. All parts are visible in the photos. Suitable as a decorative set.
Carefully packed in a custom-made box and shipped insured.
Set of three Wayang Golek puppets – Java, Indonesia – wood, textile, hand-painted – circa 1960–1980
Decorative set of Wayang Golek puppets from Java.
All three are fully handcrafted and hand-painted, with original batik robes and typical Javanese facial features. The set consists of three different characters:
Figure with high black hair/crown styling (left in the group photo).
Finely cut face with strong lines
Original vest with beads and fringes.
Beautiful batik skirt with floral motifs
Character type: courtly conduct / nobility
Central figure with a tall pointed crown.
Face with expressive eyes and decorated crown.
Long batik skirt in brown and earth tones.
Older patina and visible wear.
Probably a humorous or semi-noble character.
Slim figure with large black hair loop (right)
Light face with graceful lines and blue crown accents.
Purple bust piece with sequins
Batikrok in a geometric pattern
Origin: Java, Indonesia.
Materials: wood, paint, batik cotton, bamboo.
Height: approx. 60–70 cm
Period: 1960–1980
The visible footplate is not part of the lot.
Condition
Used condition, with visible signs of aging, minor paint and wood damages, tears in fabric, loose arms, and normal patina from use. All parts are visible in the photos. Suitable as a decorative set.
Carefully packed in a custom-made box and shipped insured.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
No. of items
3
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Title of artwork
Set of three Wayang Golek puppets.
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
