Gladiator Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Kasperletheater It is nicely hand painted

It is nicely hand painted and has an amazing expression with natural fur ruff

This puppet was made in Germany from 1973-76 and is well preserved

Some of the holes have been repaired by the previous owner with fabric patches

Here's one of her wonderful creations depicting a Princess with the nicest expression

this hand puppet was finely handcrafted in Germany using the nicest mohair plush

Gladiator Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Kasperletheater It is nicely hand paintedMarionettes have fascinated audiences of all ages over the centuries. Even operas were specifically composed for Marionettes in the 18th century. Not surprisingly a variety of toy replicas were designed for family entertainment. This little marionette is a nice example of a string puppet that populated homes in the beginning of the 20th century. Skillfully handcrafted in Treviso, Italy, by Giulio Soravia, this puppet has a beautiful hand painted