MCM, Artwork, and Collectibles in Atlanta | Cascade Estate
Lot 35:
Description
This pair of traditional Wayang Golek (wooden rod puppets) originates from Java, Indonesia. The figures are hand-carved and hand-painted, representing characters from the Javanese theatrical tradition. The puppet on the left features a light green face and a stylized avian-motif headdress, while the puppet on the right displays a cream face with a high-crested headdress. Both figures are outfitted in black velvet bodices with gold-toned metallic thread embroidery and cotton batik sarongs. The sarong on the right figure features the traditional parang pattern. Each puppet is mounted to a rectangular wooden display base. One wooden control rod is present on the right hand of the green-faced puppet.
Height: 9.75 inches
Width: 8 inches.
Condition report:
The painted surfaces of the faces and headdresses show significant crazing and fine cracking. The fabric elements show minor fading and wear consistent with age. One wooden control rod is present on the right hand of the green-faced puppet, while the other control rods are missing.
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