NIGHTCAP Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1970s Rare! 1920

NIGHTCAP Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1970s Rare! 1920Germany is recognized worldwide as home to one of the most creative toy making industries in Europe. It is not a surprise that puppetry is also very strong and has been part of their vibrant culture for hundreds of years. The brand iKnstlerpuppe (Artist Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Nighcap hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa

while the body is composed of fabric with flat wooden hands

His head is filled with soft material and has a cardboard finger tube for movement

But please note some scratches

soiled hands and a small black spot on the face

Here's a very old Constable hand puppet from the world renown Punch and Judy Puppet Show

However its imperfections give it an added layer of charm and personality

This Canadian Mounty hand puppet is an excellent example of KERSA's amazing craftsmanship

And this puppet is special because it retains a Steiff button with block letters

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This Mr Punch hand puppet is an example of Kersa's amazing craftsmanship and was made in Mindelheim

Year: circa 1930s

This is a rare character so don't miss the chance to add him to your vintage toy collection