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1. Introduction of Tung Tung Statue This sculpture is based on the “Tung Tung” wooden figure. Originating from the Southeast Asian Sahur culture’s tradition of waking by striking, this figure has evolved through online dissemination into a humorous and absurd symbol. The design abstracts the simple striking tool into a human-like character, using exaggerated proportions […]

1. Introduction of Tung Tung Sahur Statue The “Tung Tung Sahur” wooden figure originates from Southeast Asian, particularly Indonesian, folk customs and internet culture. “Sahur” refers to the morning mealtime during Ramadan, while “Tung Tung” mimics a striking sound, stemming from the traditional practice of waking others by striking wooden objects or drums in the […]