Leather shadow puppet, `Great Protector`

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Leather shadow puppet, `Great Protector`

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Puppet: 14.6 " W x 19.3 " H x 0.5 " D Stand: 3.5 " Diam. x 2.1 " H Weight: 0.18 kg -Leather, bamboo, sawo and albesia woods -Base included Ships from NOVICA Office in Indonesia NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Dressed in gold, ruby and sapphire, the Barong is a powerful and benevolent deity of Balinese religion. The story of the Barong is told through dance as well as shadow puppet performances, depicting how Barong is invoked to help the king get rid of Rangda, an evil and powerful witch. Kadek Wira makes an impressive portrayal of the beloved deity as he carves its half lion and half dog body from fine leather. Handmade by Kadek Wira Kadek Wira has demonstrated great skill and talent within Balinese Wayang , a traditional ceremony fostering spirituality, education, and entertainment through dance and shadow puppeteering, and he hopes to spread its popularity throughout the world. "I was born on April 15, 1975. For generations, my family has been known for making shadow puppets called `Wayang Kulit.` I started to learn how to make these puppets from my father, Wayan Nartha, around 1986. "Making puppets became my hobby; I am inspired by classic stories such as the Ramayana, Mahabharata and other traditional legends. Creating new designs gives a special satisfaction to me. My works depend on the market. I use cowhide, acrylic, coffee wood and brass for my works. "In my spare time, I teach people in my neighborhood who want to learn and know more about Balinese puppets. One time there was an American girl who came to my house and asked me to teach her how to make puppets, she is really interested in Balinese culture. "I have held several exhbitions in Bai and in Java and in 1997 I received a prize as a second winner for the best puppet maker in Bali." Through a ceremony called Wayang Kulit, shadow puppets play a significant role in Balinese moral and spiri

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