OLD LADY Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Steiff_hand_Toy While showing signs of age

While showing signs of age with scuffs and some paint wear

Steiff is famous for its adorable dog characters

He represents the Gendarme

This very expressive antique DEVIL hand puppet is the perfect collectible for your old Punch and Judy collection

Origin: Czechoslovakia

OLD LADY Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Steiff_hand_Toy While showing signs of ageGermany 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 Old Lady hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa