Cunning Sengkuni, Antique Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet
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The Cunning Sengkuni, Antique Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet from Java, Indonesia. Hand crafted Buffalo hide Shadow puppet or Wayang Kulit from Java, Indonesia. This is an antique hand painted old example of Sengkuni. Sengkuni was a knight from a smaller kingdom of Plasajenar, the younger brother of Dewi Genpari. He was smart and cunning, his mind was full with devious tricks. As a Prime minister he served his masters In order to keep his lust of power and wealth. Serving the greedy King Duryudana, Sengkuni became the trickster figure in wayang theatre.Dimensions: 32 x 14 inches.Date: Early 20th centuryCondition Report: Old and well worn, but in overall good / fair condition.Collected in the mid 1980's by a Diplomat's wife.*** The wooden base is not included.
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Cunning Sengkuni, Antique Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet
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