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Antique Javanese Prints – Gamelan Instruments & Wayang Puppets – c.1860
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Antique Javanese Prints – Gamelan Instruments & Wayang Puppets – c.1860
This pair of finely hand-colored lithographs presents two central elements of Javanese performing arts: the musical instruments of the Gamelan orchestra and the figures of Wayang puppet theatre, both of which hold deep cultural and ceremonial significance in Indonesia.
The first plate, titled Muziek-Instrumenten (Gamelan), depicts a wide range of traditional Javanese instruments, carefully illustrated and labeled. Included are gongs suspended from ornately carved stands, metallophones struck with mallets, small kettle gongs, drums, and stringed instruments. Each piece is decorated with gilded carvings and vibrant red and gold ornamentation, reflecting the splendor of instruments used in court performances and religious ceremonies. The Gamelan, an ensemble unique to Java and Bali, is essential in accompanying dances, shadow puppet plays, and community rituals.
The second plate, Wajang-Toppen en Maskers, portrays figures from the world of Wayang theatre, Java’s classical form of puppet performance. Both Wayang Kulit (shadow puppets made of leather) and Wayang Golek (three-dimensional wooden puppets) are shown alongside brightly painted theatrical masks. The figures represent gods, heroes, and clowns from the great Hindu epics Mahabharata and Ramayana, as well as indigenous Javanese legends. These performances were not merely entertainment but also conveyed moral and philosophical lessons, accompanied by the resonant tones of the Gamelan.
Together, these prints capture the interconnected nature of music, dance, and theatre in Javanese tradition. Produced for European audiences during the 19th century, they provided a vivid window into the culture of the Dutch East Indies, combining ethnographic detail with decorative artistry.
Condition summary: Both lithographs are in very good condition, with strong, well-preserved colors. Some minor toning and faint spotting in the margins, consistent with age. Images remain bright and detailed, with no tears or repairs visible.
Framing tips: This set is particularly striking when displayed together, reflecting the harmony of Javanese performance arts. Dark teak or walnut frames will complement the warm tones of the hand coloring, while cream or light ivory mounts will highlight the detailed illustrations.
Technique: Hand-colored lithograph
Maker: Unknown European lithographer, c.1860, from a Dutch East Indies ethnographic series
- Dimensions:Height: 9.81 in (24.9 cm)Width: 6.46 in (16.4 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1860
- Condition:Condition summary: Both lithos are in very good condition, with strong, well-preserved colors. Some minor toning and faint spotting in the margins, consistent with age. Images remain bright and detailed, with no tears or repairs visible. Unframed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14121-4 & BG-14121-51stDibs: LU3054346370032
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