Wayang Kulit: Rama Wijaya, Central Java, Indonesia, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Yokoyama Heishiro)
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 13
July 8, 2014 (Tue) - September 28, 2014 (Sun)
Wayang is a form of shadow-puppet theater which uses traditional puppets of Indonesia. Wayang plays are based on famous epics, they are performed spontaneously through the dhalang's improvisations. Performances are carried out through the night. Current exhibit includes:
Wayang Kulit: Prabu Kresna, Central Java, Indonesia, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Yokoyama Heishiro)
Wayang Kulit: Gunungan, Central Java, Indonesia, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Danarto)
Wayang Kulit: Rama Wijaya, Central Java, Indonesia, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Yokoyama Heishiro)