(2) Vintage Indonesian Stick Puppets. Pair of vintage Indonesian stick puppets, male and female.

Largest Size: 20 x 5 x 4 1/4 in. 

Indonesian stick puppets, known as wayang golek, are traditional wooden puppets used in Javanese and Sundanese shadow and rod puppet theater. Carved from wood and often brightly painted, these puppets feature articulated arms and detailed facial expressions that convey character and emotion during performances. Each puppet represents figures from classical epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, local legends, or historical narratives, and their movements are manipulated by skilled puppeteers (dalang) to bring stories to life. Accompanied by gamelan music, wayang golek performances serve both entertainment and moral instruction, preserving cultural heritage and spiritual values while showcasing the artistry of puppet making and storytelling in Indonesia.

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