Bross ASIAN Hand Puppet ~ circa 1950s Rare! toy theater Smardy is certainly a welcome

Smardy is certainly a welcome addition to any vintage toy collection

These toys are rare finds from an old hand puppet set

5in/40cm tall - Judy is approximately 12

Best known for the stuffed toy version of E

Germany is recognized worldwide as home to one of the most creative wooden toy industries in Europe

Bross ASIAN Hand Puppet ~ circa 1950s Rare! toy theater Smardy is certainly a welcomeFritz Herbert Bross (1910 1976) was a German puppet maker and puppeteer that came from a family of wood sculptors. Originally trained as an engineer, he devoted his life to the world of puppets, developing some outstanding characters for puppeteers and theater companies alike. His creations combine a refined visual sensibility with a mastery of all technical aspects behind a professional puppet. His puppets are rare and highly sought after! Here's one