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Temple painting, ider-ider, for hanging around the eaves of temple buildings during festivals. A scene from the Ramayana depicting from left: Sangut, two of Rahwana’s henchmen, Delem, a tree, a demon; two demons with weapons, Sangut armed with kris, Delem armed with kris and shield, eight demon foot soldiers. Facing them Merdah, Twalen carrying a spear, Rama, and Laksmana, these last two carrying bows. Kamasan, Bali.
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