Skeleton Hand Puppet ~ Early 1900s Punch and Judy krampus

Skeleton Hand Puppet ~ Early 1900s Punch and Judy krampusHere's a charming antique Skeleton Hand Puppet. This is a rare find from an old Punch & Judy toy theater. Like the Devil, this is one of the special characters, only found in early sets. It comes in unusual large size with a carved wooden head. It is also beautifully hand painted. Skeleton looks like it is coming out of bed with its comical stripped pajama like costume. It has a fabric body with some lovely small wooden hands and legs. It is from

This Native American hand puppet was created by the artist Curt Meißner between 1947-1960s and is meticulously handcrafted from felt and fabric

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There is a stain and a small hole on its back

Here's a beautiful antique Pretty Polly hand puppet toy

but also shows play wear

Its head is carved from lime wood (basswood) and is beautifully hand painted

Made from art silk plush with a head stuffed with excelsior (wood wool)

tears on the costume that is partially missing and overall soiling

Head approx

She can't wait to join your vintage toy collection

Jointed parts allowing different poses

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