MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s art silk plush Note that they have been

Note that they have been heavily used and show wear and tear

And if their regular Teddy Bears are hard to come by

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

shaped into a soft

Here's a vintage GRETEL Hand Puppet full of personality

MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s art silk plush Note that they have beenGermany 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 (Artist Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Max and Moritz hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meiner