Gnome Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Damina Shows age signs to the

Shows age signs to the fabric  costume

His wooden head is finely carved and beautifully hand painted

Materials: painted wood

Originally

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Gnome Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Damina Shows age signs to theGermany 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 Gnome hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa