Court Lady Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s toy theater With early Steiff button

With early Steiff button

No tears or or other issues noted

Her hair's fur has thinned

but he shows age wear

5in/32cm tall - Heads are approximately 3in/7

Court Lady Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s toy theater With early Steiff buttonMarionettes have fascinated audiences of all ages over the centuries. Even operas were specifically composed for Marionettes in the 18th century. Not surprisingly a variety of toy replicas were designed for family entertainment. This little marionette is a nice example of a string puppet that populated homes in the beginning of the 20th century. Skillfully handcrafted in Treviso, Italy, by Giulio Soravia, this puppet has a beautiful hand painted