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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 License
Date
c. 2015
Description
This is a handmade Burmese character puppet representing Zawgyi. Zawgyi in traditions is depicted as a magician, alchemist, or shaman. this puppet is thought to have powerful healing abilities, for instance, if his magic stick touches an individual who is ill they should quickly recover. This puppet is made from cloth (various materials), string, and wood.
Item Type
other
Material Type
mixed
Date Uploaded
04.16.2018
Dimensions
15.5 X 5.5 X 34.5
Dimensions Notes
All measurements were taken in centimeters. Measurements are listed as “length by width by height” or “height by diameter” unless otherwise noted.
Recommended Citation
The Barbara H. Hagan School of Nursing: Historical Collection. (2018). "Burmese Puppet" [Photograph]. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/nur_hagan/953
