Shadow & Theater Puppets
Theater puppet, 'Monto, Queen Consort'
Jaitip captures the regal beauty of Monto in this extraordinary theater puppet. According to the Ramakien, Monto is the consort of Tosakanth, king of demons, and Sida's mother.
Batik rod puppet, 'Cirebon Princess'
Magnificent in her regal attire, this princess represents the Cirebon court of northern Java. It flourished between the 15th and 16th, and marks the advent of Islam in the region.
Collectible doll, 'Majapahit Prince'
This princely doll by Nenny Lukhita wears the fancy clothes and rich jewelries of the Majapahit Era. During this time, the Indonesian archipelago became united under one kingdom, known then as Dwipantara.
Rod puppet, 'Hero Prince in Love'
Panji and Condrokirono's legendary love story inspires this magnificent rod puppet by Nenny Lukhita. The story tells of prince Panji's search for love, and after many battles with nearby kingdoms, he finally falls for princess Condrokirono.
Leather shadow puppet, 'Indra King of Heaven'
In the Hindu pantheon, Indra is the King of Heaven, and one of the most powerful gods. He wields thunderbolts and lightning, controlling both storms and wars. His mischievous expression comes to life underneath a crown of golden intricacy.
Leather shadow puppet, 'Goddess Sita'
In the famed Hindu Ramayana epic, Sita is Rama's wife. She is kidnapped and locked away by Rahwana, the evil ogre king of Sri Lanka. Her husband, helped by his brother Lesmana and Hanoman, the white monkey god, eventually rescues her.
Leather shadow puppet, 'Sugriwa Hero'
Characterized by his loyal heart, Sugriwa appears in the form of this captivating shadow puppet, lending his support to Rama to rescue Sita. A hero from the Ramayana, he appears in ornate splendor orchestrated by Kadek Wira.
Leather shadow puppet, 'White Monkey Hero'
Inspired by legendary tales of courage and love, Kadek Wira crafts a shadow puppet in the image of the great Monkey King. Leader of the great simian army, Hanoman is a brave hero featured in the Ramayana epic.
Wood batik puppet, 'Princess Sita'
In the famed Hindu Ramayana epic, Sita is Rama's wife. A symbol of faithfulness and honor, this puppet portrait of the princess comes from Indah and Indra. They work in batik on pule wood, using the contemporary kakul motif in her hair.
Rod puppet, 'Princess in Love'
Panji and Condrokirono's legendary love story inspires this magnificent rod puppet by Nenny Lukhita. The story tells of prince Panji's search for love, and after many battles with nearby kingdoms, he finally falls for princess Condrokirono.