KING and QUEEN Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Dancer Lady Woman

KING and QUEEN Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Dancer Lady WomanGermany 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 King and Queen hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meiner

His head is made from light papier mache and is finely hand painted

this unique item was originally sold by Franz Carl Weber Toy Shop of Switzerland

Note the damage where the synthetic leather tongue is sewn to the felt mouth

Don't miss the opportunity to bring this charming little Teddy to your vintage toy collection

open seams and other age and use marks

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

Punch hand puppet (or German Kasper)

Age related wear with matted areas and staining

This not so bad wolf puppet was gently used and still retains Steiff's trademark "button in ear"

Despite the scuffs and paint loss

Don't miss the chance to add this rare puppet character to your vintage toy collection

like Mopsy the Pug Dog