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Leather shadow puppet, 'Garuda Eagle'
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Leather shadow puppet, 'Garuda Eagle' |
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$62.95
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Garuda is a mythical, gigantic eagle-like bird. On a level comparable to that of the gods and their infinite might, Garuda was designated Lord Vishnu?s vehicle for traveling between Heaven and Earth. His image is very common in Bali, especially on cremation towers. This example makes a dramatic adornment for any home interior. Kadek Wira is a master in the art of Wayang, using shadow puppets to preserve the wisdom of ancient stories like the Mahabharata epic and Ramayana. The process of making a puppet begins with sketching upon cowhide, after which the design is carved, adorned with acrylic paints, and set on a stick made of coffee wood. An intriguing and illustrative glimpse of Balinese culture. Through a ceremony called Wayang Kulit, shadow puppets play a significant role in Balinese moral and spiritual instruction. Puppet masters, or dalangs, reenact Hindu stories and epics, not only controlling the puppet performance but also singing in four different languages and arranging the lighting, usually produced with oil lamps. The dalang's position also requires great endurance, as the Wayang Kulit ceremony generally lasts 3 to 6 hours. Includes a teakwood and iron stand. |
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