SANTA CLAUS Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! Magic Shows wear with chips on

Shows wear with chips on the nose and hands

It is not a surprise that puppetry is also very strong and has been part of their vibrant culture for hundreds of years

Here's a rare Skeleton hand puppet from the world renown Punch & Judy Show

This unique puppet is a vintage find from Europe

small holes etc

SANTA CLAUS Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! Magic Shows wear with chips onGermany 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 Santa Claus hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa