Shadow puppet of Dewa Kala, made of carved and painted leather. The black curly hair is uncovered and falls down the back. The skin is mottled beige, and the facial features are coarse, with round red eyes and prominent fangs. Dewa Kala eats those born on the wrong day who haven't had a ritual wayang performance. He appears in Sapu Leger rituals. He is the son of Siva.
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