QUEEN Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s old vintage toy

QUEEN Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s old vintage toyGermany 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 Queen hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa

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

Old and worn

Its sweet and delicate expression with glass eyes is simply adorable

wearing a traditional Grandma's night bonnet

Here's a spectacular Gentleman puppet from the world renown Punch & Judy Show

His unique appearance with pointy nose and spiky hair is quite eye-catching

The colors are great and it has such a nice personality

Steiff has created some of the most beautiful plush animals and Wittie Owl is no exception

Size: 18in/46cm tall with horns

their structure is solid and they still look fantastic

Very good condition without Else Hecht's tag