Marine Officer Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s vintage_hand_puppet Note the colors have faded

Note the colors have faded with age and use

this hand puppet was finely handcrafted in Germany using the nicest mohair plush

making it an early model made from 1949-53

They have solid structure and display very well

Little Clown is in good vintage condition and will be a great addition to your collection

Marine Officer Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s vintage_hand_puppet Note the colors have fadedMarionettes 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 Treviso, Italy, by Giulio Soravia, this puppet has a beautiful hand painted