PRETTY POLLY Hand Puppet ~ Early 20th Century King

PRETTY POLLY Hand Puppet ~ Early 20th Century KingDating back to the early 20th Century, this Pretty Polly Hand Puppet is a beautiful find from a Punch and Judy collection made in Germany. The face is very expressive and is nicely carved and hand painted. It has a fabric body with wooden hands and feet. The puppet shows wear, with scuffs, paint loss, fabric discoloration, holes, old repairs etc. But the imperfections seem to give an added layer of personality to the character. Despite wear, its

likely in the 60-70s

Its endearing look

Teddy puppet would love to join your vintage toy collection

From the traditional KARAGOZ Puppet Theater

Pelham's “anti tangle” cross-bar control

The bow is a new addition

Please note that the back of the head has some grey paint

whether you love puppets or are a vintage toy fan

Very sweet expression with button eyes

using an endearing felt beak

This charming little puppet can't wait to join your toy collection

This puppet head is a rarity made in Germany circa late 19th Century