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Cangik, wayang kulit puppet

Cangik, wayang kulit puppet
 (1960s)

Medium
opaque watercolour on parchment, horn, metal, cotton (thread)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, NGV Supporters of Asian Art, 2021
Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
opaque watercolour on parchment, horn, metal, cotton (thread)
Measurements
55.5 × 29.0 cm (variable)
Place/s of Execution
Java, Indonesia
Accession Number
2021.125
Department
Asian Art
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, NGV Supporters of Asian Art, 2021
Gallery location
Not on display

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