RABBI Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! 1950s Puppet

RABBI Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! 1950s 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 Rabbi hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa

but his structure is solid and he displays well

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

The fabric body/sleeve is discolored and has holes

Little Devil stands out for his vibrant colours and sweet look

Age wear with paint loss

A very special and well loved pre-war puppet

Good condition with consistent wear

It has a fabric body with some lovely small wooden hands and legs

card board

Its expression with glass eyes is endearing

It comes with a box marked "Dona Rosega"

His head is carved from limewood (basswood) and is beautifully hand painted