Framed Punakawan Charriot Ride Reverse Glass Painting

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Brimming with humor and movement, this vibrant reverse glass painting captures the iconic Punakawan figures--Semar, Petruk, Gareng, and Bagong--on a … Read more Brimming with humor and movement, this vibrant reverse glass painting captures the iconic Punakawan figures--Semar, Petruk, Gareng, and Bagong--on a comical chariot ride, driven at full gallop by a spirited white horse. Each character's exaggerated expression and lively posture reflect the playful satire and moral wisdom that define these beloved figures of Javanese folklore. Executed in the lukisan kaca technique, this painting demonstrates the bold colors and stylized linework characteristic of traditional reverse glass art from Java. The Punakawan, originally conceived as servants to the heroes of the Mahabharata in Javanese wayang theater, have evolved into voices of the people--clever, irreverent, and deeply philosophical. Their presence in this piece infuses it with not only humor but also cultural depth, symbolizing the tension between ordinary wisdom and institutional authority. See less