French Puppets

A full size travelling puppet theater, of wooden construction with gesso finish. These were often used in wealthy homes but normally of a reduced size for children, this particular...

Late – 19th century lithograph French pine puppet A rare example of a late- 19th century hand carved pine/lithograph French puppet.

We are proud to offer a lovely Folk Art example of an early 20th century French puppet theatre. Handmade from scratch and demonstrating wonderful craftsmanship.

Early 20th century hand crafted puppet We are proud to offer a lovely example of an early 20th century hand carved French puppet, in the form of a clown.

We found this colorful 19th century French marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life for hundreds of years and is integra...

A Guignol theater with stand and four wood hand carved puppets. All original. Two wood hands missing.
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Wonderfully evocative French paper puppet theatre, circa 1890, constructed of wood with original faded lithograph paper depicting the Opera theatre in Paris.

Mid-20th century marionette puppet forms We are proud to offer a lovely example of a mid-20th century hand carved Marquette puppet form.

Quite simply an amazing mid-19th century museum quality puppet doll, handstitched silk puerto frill style clothing, velour boots, lace finishing and hand carved/painted wooden head.

Unusual mid-20th century French Marquette puppet legs We are proud to offer an unusual collection of 3 pairs of French Marquette puppets legs.

Early 20th century Ghostly French Marionette puppet We are proud to offer a ghostly looking early 20th century handmade French Marionette.

Early 20th century clown puppet. A charming yet slightly creepy looking early 20th century hand crafted oversized puppet figure. With hand carved wooden body, fully articulated and ...

Early 20th century puppet heads Quirky and fun, these 2 odd pair of early to mid-20th century puppet heads show lots of character and natural age.

The most well-known puppets in Europe are glove puppets: in France, there is Guignol, who originated in Lyon; in Italy, it's Pulcinella, the main protagonist of the Burattini theater...

The most well-known puppets in Europe are glove puppets: in France, there is Guignol, who originated in Lyon; in Italy, it's Pulcinella, the main protagonist of the Burattini theater...

The most well-known puppets in Europe are glove puppets: in France, there is Guignol, who originated in Lyon; in Italy, it's Pulcinella, the main protagonist of the Burattini theater...

Set of 3 early 20th century hand carved puppet heads A set of 3 hand carved early 20th century puppet heads, of French origin their examples would have been part of a larger group.

Art Deco gilded bronze sculpture on a black marble base by Pierre Le Faguays, depicting a girl with puppets "Les Marionettes". Signature: Le Faguays

Louis Icart (1888-1950). Etching on paper. Two young women with a hand puppet. Ca. 1920. Signed in pencil. In excellent condition. Visible dimensions: 49 x 40 cm. Total dimension...

We are proud to offer a vast collection of early to mid-20th century French papier mâché hand puppets. A total of 52 individual puppets in this collection, papier mâché heads and han...

A unique handmade French puppet theater. Once used as a backdrop for a puppet show this piece will bring years of delight to the new owner either placed in a nursery on the floor for...

Fabulous and extremely rare puppet theater with great color and its curtain, France, circa 1900.

France, circa 1880-1900. Weathered, small losses and old repairs.

We found this wonderful 19th century French marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life for hundreds of years and is integr...

These are finger puppets that would have been part of a larger group, entertaining children in small street theatres across France typically.

Collection of early 20th Century hand-crafted puppets We share what we love, and we love this collection of early to mid-20th Century hand carved/crafted puppets. Made from pine ...

Early 20th Century German Folk-Art Carved Wooden Puppet Heads For sale in this LOT is a highly collectable and rare Folk-art hand carved wooden puppet head, German in Origin. These ...

A whimsical French Folk Art harlequin toy puppet on a natural wood base, circa 1820, made with two face-sides.

Extra large framed poster of iconic photography "Children at a Puppet Show, Paris, 1963" by Alfred Eisenstaedt Large thick black metal frame, Plexiglass Children watch the story of ...

The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcan...

A Japanese doll with a powdered face and silk clothing and tall headdress from the early 1900s, during the Taisho period. Introducing a Japanese treasure from the early 20th century,...

This colorful tree of life (árbol de la vida) with a toy like aspect is a unique piece by Marco Antonio Castillo, son of renowned artist Alfonso Castillo. Hand made with natural clay...

Space Age table lamp in the style of Tobia Scarpa’s iconic “Nuvola” pendant lamp for Flos, Italy, 1960s. Brutalist vibe with a stylized red lacquered metal base, combined with an upp...

A charming collection of hand crafted puppets by John Carr, (William & His Turnips) depicting a scare crow, a gardener with a hoe and 12 turnips. Developed in the early part of th...

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...

Mid-19th Century Sicilian Marionette Knight with Sheild A mid to late 19th Century hand carved Sicilian marionette knight puppet/marionette. Still wearing all in brass armour and si...

Antique French lace collar, late 19th century, in perfect condition. It can be used as a trim for a dress or made into a lampshade for a special lamp. Good price for closing activiti...

Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...

Elevate your home decor with the exquisite beauty of this 19th Century Italian Table Mirror, featuring a stunning pink marble base. This piece perfectly encapsulates the opulence and...

The Color Experience: Stained-glass windows “Color is a power which directly influences the soul” (Wassili Kandinsky, Moskou 1866 – Neuilly-sur-Seine, 1944) “Color! What a deep a...