Wayang Kulit: Dewi Wara Sumbadra (left) ans Dewi Wara Srikandi (right), 20th century (Gift of Mr. Danarto)
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 13
July 7, 2015 (Tue) - October 12, 2015 (Mon)
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: Raden Arjuna, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Danarto)
Wayang Kulit: Prabu Kresna, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Danarto)
Wayang Golek: Raden Gatutkaca, 20th century (Gift of Mr. Sawayama Yaroku)