Gladiator Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Kasperletheater Here's the amazing Steiff black

Here's the amazing Steiff black Devil hand puppet

Here's a handsome Mr Punch hand puppet

ID: with Steiff button and chest tag

Some of the holes have been repaired by the previous owner with fabric patches

this hand puppet was finely handcrafted in Germany using the nicest mohair plush

Gladiator Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Kasperletheater Here's the amazing Steiff blackMarionettes 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