Puppet - Wood - 1940-1950
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One wooden linden-wood string puppet with an articulated mouth, dating to 1940–1950, in good condition with age-related wear, origin Slovakia, multicolour, 78 cm high and 1500 g, listed as a collection piece.
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Artistic wire theatre puppet with an articulated mouth – Collectible piece – Czech handcrafted production
Old wire theatre puppet, handmade, bearing witness to traditional craftsmanship and the history of puppet theatre in Prague, Czechoslovakia
The puppet carved from linden wood, wood treated with beeswax and transparent oil paints
This piece stands out for its authentic character, its singular expression and the richness of its details. It possesses genuine antique charm and makes a beautiful collectible item.
Puppets of this type were used in traditional theatres and today represent an interesting testimony of European artistic and popular heritage.
Condition: antique condition, with signs of use and patina from time, contributing to its charm and authenticity.
An original decorative piece, particularly interesting for collectors of antique puppets, folk art and theatre objects.
Photographs are an integral part of the description.
Artistic wire theatre puppet with an articulated mouth – Collectible piece – Czech handcrafted production
Old wire theatre puppet, handmade, bearing witness to traditional craftsmanship and the history of puppet theatre in Prague, Czechoslovakia
The puppet carved from linden wood, wood treated with beeswax and transparent oil paints
This piece stands out for its authentic character, its singular expression and the richness of its details. It possesses genuine antique charm and makes a beautiful collectible item.
Puppets of this type were used in traditional theatres and today represent an interesting testimony of European artistic and popular heritage.
Condition: antique condition, with signs of use and patina from time, contributing to its charm and authenticity.
An original decorative piece, particularly interesting for collectors of antique puppets, folk art and theatre objects.
Photographs are an integral part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1500 g
Number of objects
1
Title
Marionnette à fils et bouche articulée
Country of origin
Slovakia
Material
Wood
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
78 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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