Mr Punch Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rooster

Mr Punch Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s RoosterGermany 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 Mr Punch hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa

Her detailed fabric costume makes her even more atractive

Year: 1990

This model was lovingly made in Germany between 1968-78 using premium airbrushed mohair plush

Its charm-filled age patina only adds to its character

This piece was finely handcrafted in Germany circa 1960s and has an amazing expressionist quality to it

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ID: complete with chest tag

the unvoiced love of Mr Punch and the Gentleman

This unmistakable character is even more attractive when it appears as a hand puppet

There is a repair on his upper back shoulder and the belt was replaced

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