Theater puppet, 'Mareet, the Hermit' Toys Games Shadow & Theater Puppets 
According to the Ramakien story, beautiful Mareet is actually a
hermit who helps Tosakanth execute his evil plan. She transforms
him into a golden deer to lure away Phra Ram
from Sida's side, and thus abduct her. Jaitip crafts by
hand this impressive theater puppet, carefully painting her resin face
by hand and richly accessorizing her robe with Czech crystals.
Mareet's hands are carved of rubber wood, while bamboo sticks
guide the puppet's movements. Inspired by the Ramayana, Thailand's
King Rama I wrote the Ramakien in 1797. Though there
are similarities between the two epic stories, the Ramakien takes
place in Thailand and is composed of five books, whereas
the Ramayana contains seven. The characters may bear certain similarities,
but there are also distinct themes that render each story
unique. Includes a storage box covered in saa paper.
Price: $149.95 |
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