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Play by Javanese in costume
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Play by Javanese in costume

Kassian Céphas · c. 1867 - c. 1910 · albumen print; cardboard; paper; photographic support

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Theatrical performance by Javanese in costume (Wajang?). Some of the men are powdered white and some wear special crown-like headgear. Children are also involved in the performance.

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Credit lineToneelspel door Javanen in kostuum. c. 1867 - c. 1910. Kassian Céphas. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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