Soldier Marionette ~ Myanmar 1960s Old_Steiff_Animal Gently used but shows age

Gently used but shows age wear with discoloration on the cape

Year: circa 1920-30s

Her unique appearance with colorful dress and apron is quite eye-catching

It began in 1880 with the seamstress Margarete Steiff

This beautiful Dog hand puppet is a good example of the Russian mastery of puppet making

Soldier Marionette ~ Myanmar 1960s Old_Steiff_Animal Gently used but shows ageSituated between China and India, Myanmar (also known as Burma) is home to some of the most beautiful marionettes made in South East Asia. Always full of expression and masterfully handcrafted, their puppet theatre tradition dates back to the 15th century and since then it's been used to educate people in history, religion and various aspects of life. This large marionette depicting a Soldier "Bandula" is a fine example of Myanmar's devoted care when