Court Lady Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s toy theater Her hair's fur has thinned

Her hair's fur has thinned

With early Steiff button

His hands and legs are also made of wood and hand painted

5 to 15 cm) high

No tears or or other issues noted

Court Lady Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s toy theater Her hair's fur has thinnedMarionettes 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