Yudistira
| Accession Nr.: | 66.21.1 |
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| Type: | puppetry and shadow play; carving; textile arts |
| Date of production: |
second half of 19th century
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| Materials/Techniques: | carved, painted wood; batik textile |
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| Dimensions: | height: 78 cm |
Other name: Darmakusuma. Wayang golek purwa puppet from Ernő Zboray's Collection. The rod puppet was repainted at the end of the 20's. Yudistira (other name Darmakusuma), the oldest Pandawa brother is the most refined character in the wayang plays. He is fair and wise, extremely obliging, his only weakness is gambling.
