Shadow play is a traditional Chinese puppet art with a history of two thousand years. Originating in Shaanxi, China, it is also known as sheep's skin, cow's skin play, or donkey's skin play. This handcrafted shadow puppet brings cultural history, handson creativity, and decorative value together in a single piece. Key benefits Cultural learning: A tangible way to explore Chinese folk art and storytelling traditions that have been collected by museums around the world. Skill and imagination development: Performing with the puppet encourages practical motor skills, stage planning, and imaginative thinking. Decorative and collectible: Handcrafted detail and vivid colors make the piece suitable for display as a cultural handicraft or as part of a performance collection. Features and specifications Handmade craftsmanship: Each puppet is produced through dozens of manual processes using refined knife techniques for precise, lively detail. Materials: Constructed from leather with a plastic hard shell for added durability and form retention. Flexible articulation: Multiple jointed parts allow a wide range of poses and movements, enabling varied character expressions and stage actions. Visual style: Strong color contrast and bold folk patterns reflect traditional aesthetics and regional customs. Size and packaging: Supplied as 1 pack of shadow play. Package size 38 x 24 cm (15 x 9.5 inch). Presentation: Shadow play manual silk figurine from head to toe; every part is handmade and can be positioned in many configurations. How it is used Family performance: Create simple shadow stories at home as an engaging family activity that combines storytelling, craft, and light projection. Classroom and workshops: Use as a teaching tool in cultural history, art, or drama lessons to demonstrate traditional puppet construction and performance techniques. Display or stage prop: Place on a shelf as a decorative cultural artifact or use in smallscale shadow performances and community events. What makes it stand out Authentic, traditional technique preserved through handcrafted production. Durable material combination for display and repeated handling. playability through flexible joints and expressive design, offering both educational and entertainment value. Package contents One shadow play puppet, handcrafted, flexible, and ready for display or performance. Package dimensions 38 x 24 cm (15 x 9.5 inch).