DEVIL Hand Puppet ~ Early 1900s Punch and Judy Folk_Art_Puppet Smardy is certainly a welcome

Smardy is certainly a welcome addition to any vintage toy collection

Naturally "crooked" face giving it a particular look

hand-stitched nose

But like all well made pre-war toys the imperfections give an added layer of personality and uniqueness to it

puppeteer and came from a family of musicians

DEVIL Hand Puppet ~ Early 1900s Punch and Judy Folk_Art_Puppet Smardy is certainly a welcomeHere's a charming antique DEVIL hand puppet toy. He is a character from an old Punch & Judy Show designed for children. This puppet is nicely carved and beautifully hand painted. Notice his expressive decal eyes. He has a fabric body with wooden hands and legs. He is from German origin, likely made in the early mid 1900s. His structure is solid and displays well but he shows some wear, gained during his many years of life. However his imperfections