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The fascinating world of classical West Javanese puppetry.
One of the many expressions of wayang play is wayang golem parwa, the classical West Javanese puppetry. This uses three-dimensional puppets, carved from wood and beautifully painted and dressed. This book provides a general introduction to wayang play and then discusses the above-mentioned form in detail. The first part provides an overview of the history, the manners of performing, of carvers and players and of the epic poems that served as a starting point for wayang play. The second part provides a complete overview of the types of puppets; something that has not been done before in the existing literature on this subject. All types are provided with a clear drawing, as well as a description that refers to the story in which they appear and the role they play in it. This book is a valuable asset for every collector.
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