Wayang Sendang Mas Museum, Traditional puppet museum in Banyumas, Indonesia.
The Wayang Sendang Mas Museum houses a collection of Indonesian puppets from the Banyumas region, including leather shadow puppets and three-dimensional wooden figures. The displays also feature traditional musical instruments and equipment used in performances.
The museum was established in 1983 as an initiative to preserve regional puppet traditions. Its founding marked the beginning of an institution dedicated to documenting and safeguarding this art form.
The museum displays the Bawor character, a puppet figure found only in the Banyumas tradition. This character has its own appearance and special role in local performances.
The museum can be visited on foot or by vehicle, with the street being easy to locate. Visitors should prepare for warm and humid weather and wear comfortable shoes, as exploring the exhibits takes time.
The name Sendang Mas comes from an abbreviation of the local puppet art form 'Seni Pedalangan Banyumas'. This name directly reflects the museum's focus on preserving this specific artistic tradition.
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