Burmese Marionette Myanmar 1960s Burma and similar items
Burmese Marionette Myanmar 1960s Burma String Puppet Carved Wood 20”
$210.38
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Shipping options
Offer policy
OBO - Seller accepts offers on this item.
Details
Return policy
Full refund available within 30 days
Purchase protection
Payment options
PayPal accepted
PayPal Credit accepted
Venmo accepted
PayPal, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express accepted
Maestro accepted
Amazon Pay accepted
Nuvei accepted
Item traits
| Category: | |
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| Quantity Available: |
Only one in stock, order soon |
| Condition: |
Unspecified by seller, may be new. |
| Age: |
Post-1940 |
| Region of Origin: |
Burma |
| Primary Material: |
Wood |
| Type: |
Carving |
| Original/Reproduction: |
Vintage Original |
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| Price discount: |
5% off w/ $100.00 spent |
| Posted for sale: |
January 20 |
| Item number: |
1789350920 |
Item description
Original marionette puppet from Burma. The tradition, which was founded in the late 18th century by a royal patron, is known as Yoke the.
This example probably represents a Sama-Deva Nat, a spirit figure. Yoke the is the Burmese name for marionette puppetry. Although the term can be used for marionettery in general, its usage usually refers to the local form of string puppetry.
Like most of Burmese refined art, yoke the performances originated from royal patronage and were gradually adapted for the wider populace. Yoke the are almost always performed in operas. Burmese marionettes are very intricate and dexterous as they employ 18 or 19 wires for male and female characters respectively, and each puppet is controlled by only one puppeteer.
This item is antique and sold as is. It has signs of wear and tear. The feet are missing the fabric is discolored.
One foot needs repair
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