Java - Girl Wayang Dancer as a Princess

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a traditional handcrafted figurine adorned in elaborate attire, featuring a detailed headpiece with vibrant colors and intricate patterns; it wears a pink blouse with gold embroidery around the shoulders and cuffs, complemented by a decorative beaded necklace, while the lower garment consists of a shimmering golden fabric with delicate silver patterns and a train flowing down to a blue rectangular base, displaying meticulously painted facial features with expressive eyes and red lips, including delicate hands with painted nails, all contributing to an overall appearance that reflects cultural artistry and craftsmanship.

The image showcases a traditional handcrafted figurine adorned in elaborate attire, featuring a detailed headpiece with vibrant colors and intricate patterns; it wears a pink blouse with gold embroidery around the shoulders and cuffs, complemented by a decorative beaded necklace, while the lower garment consists of a shimmering golden fabric with delicate silver patterns and a train flowing down to a blue rectangular base, displaying meticulously painted facial features with expressive eyes and red lips, including delicate hands with painted nails, all contributing to an overall appearance that reflects cultural artistry and craftsmanship.

Name/Title

Java - Girl Wayang Dancer as a Princess

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.156

Description

Java: Girl Wayang Dancer as a Princess From the "National and Folk Dolls of Asia and North Africa" from the Saroff Doll Collection