Shadow Puppet Item Number: B421 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Two-dimensional puppet with articulated elbow and shoulder joints; attached to three wands. Prince figure with elaborate black and gold headdress. Face is painted white; dressed in red and green pants. Elaborate lacy effect.
Cultural Context
Wayang kulit - shadow puppet character.
Item History
- Made in Bali, Indonesia
- Owned by Mabel Orr Brooks before October 12, 1949
- Received from Mabel Orr Brooks (Seller) on October 12, 1949
What
Who
- Culture
- Balinese
- Previous Owner
- Mabel Orr Brooks
- Received from
- Mabel Orr Brooks (Seller)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Bali, Indonesia
When
- Ownership Date
- before October 12, 1949
- Acquisition Date
- on October 12, 1949
Other
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 1862/0001