Lombardo Collection - Sicilian Puppets - Paladin of the history of the Chanson de Roland, 2016

The most famous of the puppets is Orlando, a strong and loyal knight. Dressed in a red suit, he holds the Durlindana, a characteristic curved sword, and is protected by a shield and a helmet depicting an eagle. Height 120 cm.

In perfect condition

From the collection of Sicilian Pupi, specifically the Opera dei Pupi of Catania tradition, collected by the Hon. Lombardo Nino, whose desire was to share this cultural tradition with young people, thinking of opening a Pupi museum in Paterno' (Catania), an initiative that unfortunately he was unable to complete.