Where is this puppet from?

Hi! I’m a puppet professional and was wondering if anyone had any idea where this puppet is from? I bought a really beat up version of it and was hoping to restore it. Just want to make sure I use the right materials!

 

Very cute, I am 99.9% sure it is from India.

 

@MRT, I've taken the liberty of reposting your photograph as Full Image rather than Thumbnail so it's easier for everyone to see. You'll want to remember to do that in the future. (And not to worry. All new members do the same thing in their first few posts.)

Debora

 

In this case, I believe the .1% indicates your elephant is from Myanmar (Burma), similar to this -

"Burma / Myanmar: A traditional Burmese elephant puppet (Yoke thé) on sale, Bogyoke Aung San Market, Yangon (Rangoon)."
https://www.alamy.com/burma-myanmar...lways-performed-in-operas-image368973247.html

You can see more examples here -
https://www.shutterstock.com/search/myanmar-elephant-puppet

And more information about the Burmese tradition of puppetry -
https://myvirtualworldtrip.com/2022/11/20/making-a-myanmar-inspired-marionette/