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Wayang Puppet Wood Carving Set, Java, Indonesia, Mid-20th Century
$600
£457.82
€520.80
CA$842.59
A$922.12
CHF 487.26
MX$11,006.09
NOK 6,218.03
SEK 5,686.89
DKK 3,890.11
About the Item
This wood carving set depicts mythical characters that are popular amid "Wayang" puppet shows. "Wayang" is a type of shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell dramatic mythological stories. They also feature hand-painted pigment in red, white and black. They feature hooks on their top side allowing them to be wall-mounted.
Dimensions;
Left: Height 43cm x Width 26cm x Depth 2cm
Right: Height 38cm x Width 35cm x Depth 2cm.
- Dimensions:Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Jimbaran, ID
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5881226688542
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