Puppet (37) - elka - Plastic, Textile - 1980-1990

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Vintage hand puppets for a puppet theatre, 37 pieces by Elka, circa 1970s–1980s, with vinyl/plastic heads and textile clothing in multi-colour, in good used condition with minor signs of wear.

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Beautiful and very extensive collection of vintage hand puppets/puppet theater puppets, mostly dating from the 70s and 80s. This lot contains a diverse mix of nostalgic characters, perfect for collectors or enthusiasts of classic puppet theater. Many of the dolls in this particular style—with the characteristic vinyl/plastic heads and fabric clothing—were produced at the time by well-known brands such as the German quality label Elka. Highlights in this lot:
Classic Puppet Theater Archetypes: Jan Klaassen (with red hat), Katrijn, the King, the Gendarme/Police Officer, the Witch, the Devil and the Big Bad Wolf.
Disney Pop Culture (Hundred Acre Wood): A complete, recognizable subset with beloved characters such as Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and Eeyore.
Various fairy tale figures: Various supporting characters such as farmers, grandmothers and citizens to stage complete stories.
Specifications & Condition:
Number: 37 pieces
Material: Heads of rubber/vinyl/plastic, clothing of various fabrics and textiles.
Period: Circa 1970 - 1980.
Condition: In good, used vintage condition with normal aging and play wear appropriate to the age (see photos for an accurate personal impression). The clothing and heads have generally been well preserved.
This lot is carefully packed and insured for shipping with track & trace.

Beautiful and very extensive collection of vintage hand puppets/puppet theater puppets, mostly dating from the 70s and 80s. This lot contains a diverse mix of nostalgic characters, perfect for collectors or enthusiasts of classic puppet theater. Many of the dolls in this particular style—with the characteristic vinyl/plastic heads and fabric clothing—were produced at the time by well-known brands such as the German quality label Elka. Highlights in this lot:
Classic Puppet Theater Archetypes: Jan Klaassen (with red hat), Katrijn, the King, the Gendarme/Police Officer, the Witch, the Devil and the Big Bad Wolf.
Disney Pop Culture (Hundred Acre Wood): A complete, recognizable subset with beloved characters such as Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and Eeyore.
Various fairy tale figures: Various supporting characters such as farmers, grandmothers and citizens to stage complete stories.
Specifications & Condition:
Number: 37 pieces
Material: Heads of rubber/vinyl/plastic, clothing of various fabrics and textiles.
Period: Circa 1970 - 1980.
Condition: In good, used vintage condition with normal aging and play wear appropriate to the age (see photos for an accurate personal impression). The clothing and heads have generally been well preserved.
This lot is carefully packed and insured for shipping with track & trace.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
elka
Plastic type
plastic
Textile type
Cotton
Number of objects
37
Style
Vintage
Title
Vintage poppenkast poppen jaren 1970/2000 handpoppen
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Plastic, Textile
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Depiction/theme
Childhood
Estimated period
1980-1990
The NetherlandsVerified
226
Objects sold
97.44%
Private

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