LADY Puppet Head ~ Early 1900s Punch and Judy Toy

LADY Puppet Head ~ Early 1900s Punch and Judy ToyHere's a charming antique head of a Lady. It comes from a hand puppet used in an old Punch & Judy toy theater. This puppet head is finely carved and beautifully hand painted. It is from European origin, likely made in the early 1900s. The structure is solid and displays well but it shows wear, gained during many years of play. However the imperfections give it an added layer of personality that only early toys have. This great piece of history will

Max's body is made of fabric with felt buttons and hands

ID: with made in US ZONE" tag but missing Steiff button

Shows wear

INVICTA was a toy manufacturer based in London

With early Steiff button

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5in/34cm tall - heads are approximately 2

The nose seems a bit pushed down

small chips and age wear

Only the fabric costume shows some age wear

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