20th Century Wooden Puppet Head with Mouth-Opening Mechanism Burma, 1950s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

This intricately carved wooden puppet head, originally from Burma (Myanmar), is a captivating example of traditional Burmese puppetry. Manufactured during the 20th century, the puppet features a functional mouth-opening mechanism, which was used in performances of the Burmese puppet theater, known as yoke thé. Puppets like this were central to storytelling, often representing characters from myths, royal courts or comic figures.

The detailed craftsmanship of the head, combined with its expressive features and articulated mouth, highlights the artistry involved in creating these puppets. The Burmese puppet has a long history, dating back centuries, and this particular piece reflects the mix of cultural symbolism, storytelling and art that make these objects entertaining and culturally significant.

This puppet head not only serves as a collector's item, but also as a representation of a rich cultural tradition that continues to influence Burmese performance art.

Click here for full description Close description

Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1950 to 1959
Style	Asian Antique
Detailed Condition	Worn — This vintage/antique item has visible damages, defects, or small missing parts. It may be in need of restoration.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Patina consistent with age and use, Desgaste tal cual se ve en las imágenes
Product Code	JJT-1998097
Materials	Wood
Color	Brown
Width	2 cm 0.8 inch
Depth	25 cm 9.8 inch
Height	49 cm 19.3 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Spain
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

Delivery Details

Delivery will be completed by a parcel service such as UPS, DHL, or FedEx.
You will receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your shipment.
Delivery will take place between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine the packaging upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damaged packaging, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note, take pictures, and—if the item inside shows damages—contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations regarding damaged packaging represents your acceptance of the completed order in perfect condition.