Amazing Pair Of Antique Thai Pierced Buffalo Male Shadow Puppets, Nang Yai - One Puppet With Moving Mouth

Stunning pair of male nang yai shadow puppets from Thailand. In addition to the ability to move arms and legs, the warrior on the left has an moving jaw when string is pulled. Overall condition is good; puppet on right is missing arm.

“Nang yai (Thai: หนังใหญ่, pronounced [nǎŋ jàj]) is a form of shadow play found in Thailand. Puppets are made of painted buffalo hide, while the story is narrated by songs, chants and music. Nang means "leather" ("leather puppet" in this case), and in common usage refers to a dance-drama shadow puppet show.”

Heights: 20” (left), 23”(right)

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Kat Liu and Kevin Condardo | (917) 409-8412 | Katandkev@clearinghouseestatesales.com

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New Canaan, CT 06840

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Saturday, 4/3, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

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