Wayang Yudhistira A

Yudhistira, known as Puntadewa in Javanese wayang, is the eldest of the five Pandawa brothers in the Mahabharata. As the son of Pandu and Kunti, he is renowned for his wisdom, honesty, patience, and unwavering commitment to truth and justice. Unlike many warriors in the epic who are celebrated for their strength and combat skills, Yudhistira is admired for his moral integrity and ability to lead with fairness. He later became the king of Amarta and earned the respect of both allies and rivals through his calm, noble, and thoughtful nature. In both Indian and Nusantara wayang traditions, Yudhistira is regarded as the ideal ruler, symbolizing wisdom, righteousness, self-control, and ethical leadership.

Shadow Puppet Figure, circa 1980
Origin: Solo, Central Java
Material: Buffalo Hide and Wooden Stick
Dimension: 71 x 26 x 1 cm
Condition: Perfect – Recoloring

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