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Leather Puppets of India

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Use this site to learn about the fascinating world of Gypsy-made leather puppets. This nomadic tribe is always on the move carrying their puppets and musical instruments seeking permission from village leaders to perform for monetary help. View outstanding photographs and drawings of these phenomenal puppets and the history behind them.

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folk art, pantomime, puppetry
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bamboo stems, deer skin, goat hide, gypsy, leather made puppets, performing arts, photographs, photos, puppeteers, stringed puppets, wooden puppets, woolen blankets, hindu mythologies, leather puppets of india, puppets made in india, puppetry and shadow play
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Classroom Considerations
  • Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
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