Sumalee & Sumana, Antique Burmese Yok-Thei Puppet Couple
Sumalee,the beautiful flower, & Sumana,good heart, are  sold as a couple : 14" Tall x 9" Wide x 4" Deep
Sumalee & Sumana are  Burmese Yok-Thei  Puppets. Please refer to the information on the previous page about the history & traditions of this form of puppetry.
They are  carved in teak wood with   authentic vintage costumes. They are fully functional . Sumalee is missing a foot with use over time. They look great sitting as well as hanging.
The Burmese are Master Puppeters creating awesome shows for the wonderment of all. Their costumes are magnificent, often showing the intricate sequin work for which the Burmese are so well known.
Handcrafted in Burma now called Myanmar