Rajasthani Snake-Charmer
Puppet
20th century (made)
20th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
Painted wooden head. Stuffed fabric arms. Wearing long flowing purple and white patterned fine cotton tunic and trousers. Also wears gold and blue shoes. Holding a silver pungi.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Rajasthani Snake-Charmer (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Carved wood with painted decoration, sewn cotton skirt |
| Brief description | Puppet representing a Rajasthani Snake Charmer. Made in India in the 20th century. |
| Physical description | Painted wooden head. Stuffed fabric arms. Wearing long flowing purple and white patterned fine cotton tunic and trousers. Also wears gold and blue shoes. Holding a silver pungi. |
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| Credit line | Lanchester Collection |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | S.963-2011 |
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| Record created | March 27, 2012 |
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