JESTER Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Pekinese

JESTER Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s PekineseMarionettes have fascinated audiences of all ages over the centuries. Even operas were specifically composed for Marionettes in the 18th century. Not surprisingly a variety of toy replicas were designed for family entertainment. This little marionette is a nice example of a string puppet that populated homes in the beginning of the 20th century. Skillfully handcrafted in the North of Italy, it has a beautiful hand painted face and is meticulously

specially around the felt lined ears

This rare Schuco Wolf Hand Puppet from the "Bi-Ba-Bo" series was finely handcrafted in Germany during the 50s

with bead eyes and hand-stitched details

metal button eyes

Tags are worn and faded

He has a fabric body with tiny wooden hands

Year: 1988

The body uses a multi colored velvet and the tip of the hands are stuffed with excelsior (wood wool)

making it a great addition to any antique toy or theater collection

Animal characters from this brand are uncommon

ID: unmarked

But its structure is solid and its used patina only gives it an added layer of vintage charm and personality