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Early 19th Century Marionette Puppets
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£1,495
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CHF 1,657.89
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Early 19th Century Marionette Puppets
A rare untouched example of two hand crafted early 19th century marionette puppets, likely to be French in origin. Their heads made from carved pine, porcelain arms and papier Mache bodies. One still retains its original clothing, A truly charming example and rare to be in such good condition. Of museum quality in our humble opinion.
Size in inches: H 12” x W 5” x D 2”
Units: 2
Period: Early 19th Century
Material: Wood, papier Mache, fabric, and porcelain.
Origin: French
Condition: Aged
Completely solid in structure and form, Natural patination across all surfaces due to age and obvious use, with loss to surface detail on both examples. No breaks or losses however weathered in all the right places. They do not stand alone. work as shown to one side.
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1820
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4304231327362
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