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Steiff Hand Puppet Collection
Steiff Hand Puppet Collection

Steiff Hand Puppet Collection

By Steiff

Located in Delft, NL

Steiff Hand Puppet Collection A lovely collection of hand puppets from various periods. There are

Category

20th Century German Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fabric

Antique Carved Polychrome Crocodile Puppet
Antique Carved Polychrome Crocodile Puppet

Antique Carved Polychrome Crocodile Puppet

Located in Savannah, GA

An antique carved and polychromed crocodile puppet. Unidentified; early Punch and Judy puppet

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Chinese Opera Puppet, c. 1900
Chinese Opera Puppet, c. 1900

Chinese Opera Puppet, c. 1900

$258Sale Price|29% Off

Chinese Opera Puppet, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Dressed in fine silks trimmed with embroidered bands and tassels, this puppet brought the glory of

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silk, Wood

Group of Vintage Chinese Puppets
Group of Vintage Chinese Puppets

Group of Vintage Chinese Puppets

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An interesting collection of five (5) unused, vintage Chinese puppets.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Toys and Dolls

Materials

Linen

Chinese Robed Puppet, c. 1900
Chinese Robed Puppet, c. 1900

Chinese Robed Puppet, c. 1900

$258Sale Price|29% Off

Chinese Robed Puppet, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Hand puppets, like this one from China’s Zhejiang region, have been a popular form of entertainment

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silk, Wood

20th Century Italian Captain Hook Marionette Puppet
20th Century Italian Captain Hook Marionette Puppet

20th Century Italian Captain Hook Marionette Puppet

Located in Dallas, TX

Resembling the notorious captain hook character, this marionette doll would make a fun and unique

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Opera Hand Puppet
Early 20th Century Chinese Opera Hand Puppet

Early 20th Century Chinese Opera Hand Puppet

Located in Atlanta, GA

This Chinese opera hand puppet is dress in an elegant, embroidered silk dragon robe. The puppet

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

1750 Venezia Italy Set 7 Lacquered Puppets Polychrome Wooden and Papier Machè
1750 Venezia Italy Set 7 Lacquered Puppets Polychrome Wooden and Papier Machè

1750 Venezia Italy Set 7 Lacquered Puppets Polychrome Wooden and Papier Machè

Located in Brescia, IT

This is an extraordinary set of seven Puppets depicting the characters of the Venetian Art Comedy

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paper

Petite Devil Krampus Hand Puppet Toy, Antique Vintage Germany
Petite Devil Krampus Hand Puppet Toy, Antique Vintage Germany

Petite Devil Krampus Hand Puppet Toy, Antique Vintage Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is a wonderful depiction of Krampus or the devil puppet. The item is approximately 16 inches

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Composition

Handmade Rajasthani Kathputli Dancing Puppet Couple Jaipur India 1950s
Handmade Rajasthani Kathputli Dancing Puppet Couple Jaipur India 1950s

Handmade Rajasthani Kathputli Dancing Puppet Couple Jaipur India 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large pair of vintage 1950s string marionettes, these magnificent Rajasthani Kathputli puppets came

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Textile, Silk, Wood

Large Devil or Krampus Marionette by a Master Puppet Maker, Antique Austria
Large Devil or Krampus Marionette by a Master Puppet Maker, Antique Austria

Large Devil or Krampus Marionette by a Master Puppet Maker, Antique Austria

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This is a wonderful depiction of Krampus or the devil puppet. The item is approximately 32 inches

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Composition, Metal, Brass

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Located in Studio City, CA

garment. From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a collector. Each puppet shows

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paint

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early, 1900s
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early, 1900s

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early, 1900s

Located in Studio City, CA

garment. From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a collector. Each puppet shows

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paint

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Located in Studio City, CA

garment. From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a collector. Each puppet shows

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paint

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Located in Studio City, CA

original textile garment. From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a collector. Each

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paint

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Located in Studio City, CA

garment. From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a collector. Each puppet shows

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paint

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s
Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Chinese Peking Opera Theatre Puppet Marionette Doll, Early 1900s

Located in Studio City, CA

hairdo, and an original textile garment. From a group of 7 Chinese opera puppets, we acquired from a

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Wood, Paint

Pair of Oriental Puppet Dolls with Original Silk Costumes
Pair of Oriental Puppet Dolls with Original Silk Costumes

Pair of Oriental Puppet Dolls with Original Silk Costumes

Located in Miami, FL

A fine quality pair of 20th century Oriental puppet dolls with original costumes. These

Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Lucite, Wood

Japanese Oshie Pressed Textile Samurai Framed Showa Shadow Puppet Doll
Japanese Oshie Pressed Textile Samurai Framed Showa Shadow Puppet Doll

Japanese Oshie Pressed Textile Samurai Framed Showa Shadow Puppet Doll

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, handcrafted work of a regal Japanese samurai/warrior doll shadow puppet. Oshie

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Linen, Acrylic, Wood, Paper

Japanese Asian Oshie Pressed Textile Old Monk Framed Shadow Puppet Doll
Japanese Asian Oshie Pressed Textile Old Monk Framed Shadow Puppet Doll

Japanese Asian Oshie Pressed Textile Old Monk Framed Shadow Puppet Doll

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, handcrafted work of a Japanese monk/ old man doll shadow puppet who appears to be

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile, Linen, Acrylic, Wood

20th Century, Italian Sculpture by Helen König Scavini, Lenci Manufactory
20th Century, Italian Sculpture by Helen König Scavini, Lenci Manufactory

20th Century, Italian Sculpture by Helen König Scavini, Lenci Manufactory

By Helen Scavini, Lenci

Located in IT

of ideas for the development and realization of dolls and puppets, children’s furniture, and later

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

It's Only Love and That is All

It's Only Love and That is All

By Mary Manning

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

design, with additional studies in printmaking, jewelry-making, textile-weaving, and doll- and puppet

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Balancing Act # 6

Balancing Act # 6

By Mary Manning

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

design, with additional studies in printmaking, jewelry-making, textile-weaving, and doll- and puppet

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Cosmic Line # 6
Cosmic Line # 6

Cosmic Line # 6

By Mary Manning

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

, textile-weaving, and doll- and puppet-making. She pursued successful careers as a graphic designer and art

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Prints

Glass Onion

Glass Onion

By Mary Manning

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

design, with additional studies in printmaking, jewellery, textile-weaving, and doll- and puppet-making

Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Prints

Cry Baby Cry

Cry Baby Cry

By Mary Manning

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

design, with additional studies in printmaking, jewelry-making, textile-weaving, and doll- and puppet

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Prints

Cry for a Shadow

Cry for a Shadow

By Mary Manning

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

design, with additional studies in printmaking, jewelry-making, textile-weaving, and doll- and puppet

Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Prints

Edwardian Little Tommy Tucker, Lieutenant Walter Cole Ventriloquist Puppet Doll
Edwardian Little Tommy Tucker, Lieutenant Walter Cole Ventriloquist Puppet Doll

Edwardian Little Tommy Tucker, Lieutenant Walter Cole Ventriloquist Puppet Doll

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Little Tommy Tucker the original ventriloquist puppet of Lieutenant Walter Cole along with a vast

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Blown Glass, Softwood, Paper

20th Century String Puppet
20th Century String Puppet

20th Century String Puppet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This oddly beautiful, in a tragic way, puppet was made somewhere in the 20th century, as we are

Category

Early 20th Century European Expressionist Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silk, Plexiglass

19th Century Marionette Puppet
19th Century Marionette Puppet

19th Century Marionette Puppet

Located in London, GB

19th century Marionette puppet We are proud to offer an exceptional example of a late 19th Century

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pine

19th Century Marionette Puppet
19th Century Marionette Puppet

19th Century Marionette Puppet

Located in London, GB

19th century Marionette puppet We are proud to offer an exceptional example of a late 19th

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Early Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pine

19th Century Marionette Puppet
19th Century Marionette Puppet

19th Century Marionette Puppet

Located in London, GB

19th century Marionette puppet We are proud to offer an exceptional example of a late 19th

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Linen, Silk, Pine

Mid-20th Century Carved Wooden Puppet and Stool
Mid-20th Century Carved Wooden Puppet and Stool

Mid-20th Century Carved Wooden Puppet and Stool

Located in London, GB

Mid-20th Century Carved Wooden Puppet and Stool Dated from the mid-20th century this pianist

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Antique Italian Puppets, 19th Century
Antique Italian Puppets, 19th Century

Antique Italian Puppets, 19th Century

Located in Doylestown, PA

Two antique Italian puppets from the "Teatro di Puppi" or street puppet shows found throughout

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Hand Crafted Puppet
Early 20th Century Hand Crafted Puppet

Early 20th Century Hand Crafted Puppet

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century hand crafted puppet We are proud to offer a lovely example of an early 20th

Category

Vintage 1920s French Early Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Cotton, Paper

Early 20th Century Oversized Handcrafted French Puppet Head
Early 20th Century Oversized Handcrafted French Puppet Head

Early 20th Century Oversized Handcrafted French Puppet Head

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century Oversized handcrafted French Puppet Head An unusually large example of an

Category

Vintage 1930s French Late Victorian Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century English Folk Art Puppet Figure
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Puppet Figure

Early 20th Century English Folk Art Puppet Figure

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century English folk art puppet figure We share what we love, and we love this early

Category

Vintage 1920s European Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pine

Early 20th century Creepy Glass Eyed English puppet head.
Early 20th century Creepy Glass Eyed English puppet head.

Early 20th century Creepy Glass Eyed English puppet head.

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century Creepy Glass Eyed English puppet head. Creepy indeed, is this early to mid

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

Materials

Paper

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Dolls And Puppets For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of dolls and puppets is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct dolls and puppets — often made from wood, fabric and textile — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of dolls and puppets available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Dolls and puppets bearing Folk Art or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Walt Disney, Inuit and Milos Kasal each produced beautiful dolls and puppets that are worth considering.

How Much are Dolls And Puppets?

Prices for dolls and puppets start at $134 and top out at $6,283 with the average selling for $595.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It is believed that shadow puppetry originated in China during the Han Dynasty, which is more than two thousand years ago. Shadow plays feature transparent shapes or puppets that are worked against a screen and lit from behind. Their colors and details are seen by the audience, so they aren’t just a shadow but a much more dynamic representation. Shop a collection of Chinese puppets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Kachina dolls are called dolls because their size and shape makes them resemble dolls. However, the figurines produced by the Hopi indigenous people have spiritual meaning and are used for religious purposes not as toys. On 1stDibs, shop a range of kachina dolls.
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    A Ndebele doll is a type of colorful doll produced by the Ndebele people of Southern Africa. Traditionally, a man will place one outside of a woman's hut when he wishes to marry her. If she accepts the proposal, she takes the doll inside and gives it a name. Shop a range of Ndebele dolls on 1stDibs.
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    Akua'ba (also spelled Akwaba or Akuba) are wooden fertility dolls from Southern Ghana and the surrounding regions. These dolls are traditionally carried on the backs of young ladies who are trying to have a child or who want to ensure that the child they are carrying is attractive. Shop a variety of fertility dolls from 1stDibs.
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    A cage doll, also called a Santos doll, is a doll that was used to create an altar in the home, especially in areas that did not have their own priest. These European dolls often resemble a religious figure, like Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary or a saint. The body is typical of a doll, while the base is a frame that looks like a cage. Shop an array of vintage cage dolls on 1stDibs.
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    A pincushion doll, or half doll, is a porcelain figurine from the late 19th century. The top half was a doll resembling a woman, and the bottom half was a pincushion made to look like her skirt. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pincushion dolls from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    Geisha dolls are sculptural representations of geishas, which refers to a class of Japanese female entertainers. Geishas are women with training in various Japanese arts, including singing, dancing and poetry. They typically wear ornately decorated silk dresses and makeup that makes their faces appear very pale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A kewpie doll’s worth is determined by its size and material used. A 10-inch Kewpie with a bisque head, composition body, and glass eyes is worth $6,500 while a 20-inch doll is valued at $20,000. Many of the original, small-sized German-produced bisque Kewpies range from $200–$500. Check out the different Kewpie dolls on 1stDibs.
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    There are legends and evidence of wind-up toys and sculptures dating back to antiquity, but modern wind-up dolls were being made in large quantities by the 19th century. Shop a collection of antique wind-up toys from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, some Kewpie dolls are valuable. Size and materials largely determine their value, with large dolls that feature bisque heads, composition bodies and glass eyes being those most highly sought after by collectors. The condition of a doll and its age will also impact how much it's worth. To get an estimate of the value of a particular doll, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a collection of Kewpie dolls on 1stDibs.
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    The meaning of the term "kokeshi dolls” refers to Japanese dolls carved out of wood. Typically, the dolls depict men or women. You can easily identify them by their round heads and cylindrical armless bodies. On 1stDibs, find a range of kokeshi dolls.
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    Kachina dolls symbolize good health and prosperity. Giving one as a gift is a way of showing that you wish good things for a person. In addition, the Hopi believe they link physical and spiritual worlds. You'll find a range of kachina dolls on 1stDibs.
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    A Santos cage doll is a type of Santos doll that has a cage below the torso, while the torso and head are shaped like a doll. Santos dolls originated in the 17th and 18th centuries as carvings of saints, and are beloved by collectors worldwide today. Shop a collection of antique Santos cage dolls on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    To tell if a KAWS doll is real, familiarize yourself with the details of the particular KAWS figure you are interested in purchasing. Learn what has been released. For example, was a certain model ever produced in a particular colorway? Or with certain dimensions? Look up images from reliable sources. The XX logo on a KAWS figure is one of the most recognizable features and can be a helpful indicator of authenticity if you know where to look for it. In many toys, it is incorporated into the anatomy or costume, like the six Xs on the Companion model. On the KAWS Separated and Passing Through Companion, it is on the hands and feet. Be wary of KAWS toys with Xs that are misaligned, smudged or show bleeding. Look closely to make sure the X eyes are symmetrical. If you need assistance with authentication, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of KAWS figures.
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    To make their dolls, the Popovy sisters create molds and then fill them with a blend of polyurethane and porcelain. Then, they assemble the dolls, paint them by hand and apply hair made out of natural silk or wool. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Popovy Sisters art.
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    Vintage Barbie dolls can sell for up to $25,000 at auction. The most popular vintage Barbies are from the 1960s.
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    What a Shirley Temple doll is worth depends on its age and condition. Shirley Temple dolls from 1957 sell for a lot more than Shirley Temple dolls from the late 1960s and early 1970s. The dolls from 1957 cost around $100 on average. The price difference is influenced by the size, outfit, condition, and whether or not the original packaging is still present. Find a range of antique and vintage toys on 1stDibs.