MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! donkey

MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! donkeyGermany is recognized worldwide as home to one of the most creative toy making industries in Europe. It is not a surprise that puppetry is also very strong and has been part of their vibrant culture for hundreds of years. The brand iKnstlerpuppe (Artist Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Max and Moritz hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meiner

His body is crafted from synthetic fabric with detailed felt hands

Its body is made of short black mohair plush with long grey mohair accents on the face

Here's a rare example of an early 1900s Teddy Bear Hand Puppet

This piece was finely handcrafted in Germany circa 1960s and has an expressionist quality to it

Please note that her apron has some light age stains

with glass googly eyes and hand-stitched details

It shows wear with chips on the hands (broken fingers)

with scuffs

He's dressed in a colorful costume and wears a long felt hat

scuffs etc

Decal eyes are missing parts

Molly can't wait to be part of your vintage  toy collection