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An Indonesian Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet of Gajah (Elephant)
$2,692.14
£1,980
€2,311.45
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CHF 2,171.03
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About the Item
An Indonesian Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet of Gajah (Elephant), Java, Indonesia, South East Asia, late 19th – early 20th century
Opaque pigments heightened in gold on hide, designed in the shape of a large grey elephant with golden tusks and bulging red eyes, holding a trident or sceptre in its trunk, 42.5cm x 64cm at widest points, 0.2cm deep.
- Dimensions:Height: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)Width: 25.2 in (64 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Hide
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:late 19th – early 20th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10128246977292
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