Soldier Marionette ~ Myanmar 1960s pug dog Its expression with googly eyes

Its expression with googly eyes and felt beak is adorable

Skillfully handcrafted in Treviso

Hucky Raven hand puppet is a great example of a bird that is rarely seen as a plush toy

Mopsy was finely handcrafted in Germany using the nicest mohair plush

an embroidered nose and mouth

Soldier Marionette ~ Myanmar 1960s pug dog Its expression with googly eyesSituated between China and India, Myanmar (also known as Burma) is home to some of the most beautiful marionettes made in South East Asia. Always full of expression and masterfully handcrafted, their puppet theatre tradition dates back to the 15th century and since then it's been used to educate people in history, religion and various aspects of life. This large marionette depicting a Soldier "Bandula" is a fine example of Myanmar's devoted care when