Bearded Man Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Soft Sculpture It has expressive green eyes

It has expressive green eyes and a hand stitched nose

5in/44cm tall

This Max and Moritz Hand Puppet set is an example of Kersa's amazing craftsmanship and was made in Mindelheim

His accomplishments as an artist

His expression

Bearded Man Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s Soft Sculpture It has expressive green eyesMarionettes 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