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Antique Sicilian Opera dei Pupi Theater Marionette, ca. 1930s
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Antique Sicilian Opera dei Pupi Theater Marionette, ca. 1930s
A large Sicilian theater (Opera dei Pupi) marionette, which is made of tin, wood and canvas ca. 1930s.
The Sicilian Puppet Theater developed in the first half of the 19th century. It arose from the tradition of cuntastorie, street singers who performed great epics of chivalry. By means of elaborately crafted puppets, incidents from the medieval history of Sicily are depicted. Puppets from the puppet theater are very popular today and are exhibited in many museums.
artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.
Measures:
Width: 17.72" (45 cm)
Height: 45.67" (116 cm)
Depth: 13.78" (35 cm)
- Dimensions:Height: 45.67 in (116 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 13.78 in (35 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.
- Seller Location:Berghuelen, DE
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