Traditional shadow play puppet with authentic folk craftsmanship and historical roots. Born more than two thousand years ago and originating in Shaanxi, China, this handmade shadow play puppet preserves a classic performing art also known as sheep skin, cow skin, or donkey skin play. Key benefits Preserves cultural heritage and decorative value: a collectible art piece that reflects traditional Chinese shadow play and folk customs. Chinese shadow play has been collected by museums around the world. Encourages practical skills and imagination: designed for puppet performance, it supports handson play, story telling, and creative thinking. visual impact and playability: vivid carving, strong color contrast, and flexible joints let you pose characters for different scenes. Product features and specifications Materials: leather and plastic hard shell construction for durability and detailed carving. Size and package: one pack included. Package size 38 x 24 cm (15 x 9.5 inch). Handmade detail: produced through dozens of hand processes with precise knife work to create fine, lifelike details. Each part is carefully crafted so the figure appears vivid and refined. Flexible articulation: multiple movable parts allow a wide range of poses and stage actions. Appearance: bold folk color palette and clear contrast that emphasize traditional aesthetics. Function and performance A puppet art form performed with light and shadow; ideal for small puppet shows and individual practice. Enhances manual dexterity and narrative skills by allowing performers to plan and enact scenes. Robust construction supports repeated handling and display. Suggested uses Educational activity: use in classroom lessons on traditional arts, history, and storytelling to engage students and illustrate cultural practices. Family entertainment: create a home puppet theater to encourage creative play, role playing, and cooperative storytelling. Decorative display and gift: place on a shelf, in a study, or as a cultural gift for collectors and enthusiasts. What is included One shadow play figure in a 38 x 24 cm package. Shadow play characters are flexible and can be arranged in many poses. Each piece is handmade from leather with plastic hard shell components. This shadow play puppet is a handson cultural craft suitable for educational use, home performance, and decorative display while staying true to traditional shadow play techniques and appearance.