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From Andhra Pradesh: Figure of Tholu Bommalata, or shadow theatre. early 20th Century. Made of suede or goat skin, … | Art premier, Peintures indiennes, Art antique

From Andhra Pradesh: Figure of Tholu Bommalata, or shadow theatre. early 20th Century. Made of suede or goat skin, which was cut, sewn, and painted. H: 71 cm. W: 97 cm. "Shadow figure mounted on a wand representing Sita sheltered under a tree with green foliage where a parrot perches. She sits on a four-legged throne. Monkey, deer and crocodile on one side; elephant on the other side. The figures of shadow theatre are called 'Giants of Andhra Pradesh' " Musée du Quai Branly

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Play of Light & Shadow : Shadow Leather Puppetry from India | Puppetry, Light and shadow, Shadow theatre

In the dark of night, the interplay between light and shadow illuminates a translucent screen, and rhythmic and expressive drum beats are accompanied by poetry; whilst the bright Kings and demons b…

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