Raden Boma Narakasura

Raden Boma Narakasura, also known as Raden Suteja, is a character in the Javanese wayang tradition, depicted as the son of Kresna (Krishna) and Dewi Pratiwi (Bhumi Devi). As the offspring of a god and the earth goddess, he possesses immense strength and mystical abilities, including the Pancasona power that makes him invincible as long as he touches the ground. He is typically portrayed as a strong, imposing warrior with a fierce nature. Despite his noble lineage, Raden Boma becomes known for his arrogance and ambition, which ultimately put him at odds with heroic figures and even his own father. His story reflects the wayang tradition’s moral focus on the consequences of pride and misuse of power.

Shadow Puppet Figure, circa 1980
Origin: Solo, Central Java
Material: Buffalo Hide and Wooden Stick
Dimension: 85,5 x 33,5 x 1 cm
Condition: Perfect – Recoloring

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