CROCODILE Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Punch and Judy Rare! owl The scuffs

The scuffs

Lumpi's head is stuffed with excelsior (wood wool) and has a plastic finger tube for movement

His baby-like expression

Origin: Marlborough Wilts

This puppet hasn't been used and is in excellent condition with Else Hecht's triangular paper tag

CROCODILE Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Punch and Judy Rare! owl The scuffsGermany 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). The Crocodile is one of the most iconic characters in a traditional hand