KASPER Hand Puppet ~ 1920-30s Unique! Czech Puppet

KASPER Hand Puppet ~ 1920-30s Unique! Czech PuppetDating back to the 1920 30s, this unique Kasper Hand Puppet Head is a rare find from a German Kasperletheater collection. This very expressive wooden head is nicely carved and hand painted. It shows wear with scuffs and paint loss. But the imperfections seem to give an added layer of personality to the character. Despite the heavy use, this puppet head is still very eye catching. Note that this piece does not stand on itself. A cardboard base was used

with expressive decal eyes

Year: circa 1968-78

With stains/spots on his dress and small holes on the felt parts

and was later expanded by the creativity of her nephew

Year: 1955-58

This King and Queen hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meißner workshop circa 1960s and is meticulously handcrafted from felt and fabric

A great way to display your puppet collection

Made in Germany during the 1920-30s

Here's one of their creations: a Devil hand puppet

This beautiful Rabbit hand puppet is a good example of their mastery of puppet making

The body uses a multi colored velvet and the tip of the hands are stuffed with excelsior (wood wool)

The head is made from rubber and stuffed with excelsior (wood wool)