"Topeng monyet" (literally: monkey mask) is an Indonesian traditional folk street performance whose sole actor/actress is a monkey. The monkey - who has been tamed and especially trained by a "pawang" (animal master) - performs different kinds of tricks immitating human actions, such as dressing up, riding a bicycle, going shopping, etc.
A "topeng monyet" group typically consists of one or two monkeys, an animal master and trainer, and a couple of musicians.
At first glance I thought that was a mechanical monkey :)
ReplyDeleteI find your title very funny.
The expression on that child's face is priceless! I have never seen one of these for real, only in movies or books. I would bet it is amusing!
ReplyDeleteSo the whole group revolves around one little monkey? He's a cutie.
ReplyDeletei like that sir. but I thought the monkey name is not ASEP. ^_^
ReplyDeletewow! i know they too are wise. look at this one. it's making me laugh.
ReplyDeletei too liked the term "monyet" for monkey. cool!
It's almost like there is an understanding between the child and the monkey. (Thank you for your sweet well wishes Eki. I was very touched and appreciated them very much.)
ReplyDeleteWhat a good atmosphere picture, Eki. I love seeing this little boy amazed, and the monkey doing his usual task as if it was a normal behaviour.
ReplyDeleteThanks to join the guestbook too, welcome in my world.
I wish I could see a topeng monyet in person! I'm sure to be amazed by the clever tricks it may perform.
ReplyDeleteLook fun especially for children.
ReplyDeleteRe ikan terubok photo ,if i drop by market to-morrow will capture the picture.
Thanks and Have a nice day.
hallo Pak Eki. Saya suka foto2 Anda (dan saya suka Bandung).
ReplyDeleteAbout topeng monyet, beside monkey usually they also have dog and snake.
guessing what in that child's mind
ReplyDelete"my brother, finally found you"
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buen disparo!!!!
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