KING Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Animal_Puppet

KING Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Animal_PuppetGermany 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 (Artistic Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This King hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa

Shows scuffs

Materials: polychrome wood

INVICTA was a toy manufacturer based in London

His body is made from fabric with felt hands

This Mr Punch hand puppet was created in the Curt Meißner workshop circa 1960s and is meticulously handcrafted from felt and fabric

The German version of Punch & Judy

Shows age and play wear with ear stains and bald spots in several parts of the body

but still is in good condition with no major flaws

Scarce and never used

Early repair in one of his felt hands

This Monkey Hand Puppet is one of their creations and is made from art silk plush with an expressive plastic/rubber face

With button and faded yellow ear tag