ongemerkt - Toy figure Poppenkastpoppen set - 1900-1910 - Europe

Antique puppet theater with a large collection of characterful theatre puppets and painted scenery Charming and atmospheric old puppet theater, consisting of a theatre cabinet with painted stage decor, decorative curtains and a special collection of colorful theatre figures. The front features an image of a clown on stage, framed by painted curtains and decorative architectural details. Above the stage there is a second decor with a picturesque street scene and old houses. The theater comes with a sizable group of characteristic puppets with expressive faces, colorful costumes and wooden or composite limbs. The figures show differences in construction, clothing and character, giving the whole a lively and nostalgic appearance. Contents of the lot Puppet theater with painted stage front 13 fabric hand puppets, 11 with carved wooden heads and 2 with ceramic heads. (One is somewhat damaged) Decorative illustrated background The book, "Jan Klaassen en de ratelslang" with a number of performances. Condition The whole is in used, authentic condition with visible signs of age. The theater shows wear on the edges, the paper and the curtains. The puppets show signs of use and localized wear to the costumes and paint. A decorative and collectible ensemble for lovers of antique toys, historical puppet theaters and traditional marionette theater.

Estimate:£125.59

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