This stunning antique French marionette which dates from the early 19th century is handmade of wood, has a straw filled body, wire joints and movable limbs which would have once had strings attached to them in order to make them move.
This articulated mannequin puppet figure which is a tall size at 61 cm high has a carved face with painted features such as a beard, original hand stitched clothing which include long trousers, velvet jacket with gold braid, an orange cape and has with a hanging loop to the top of his head.
Dimensions: Width: 18 cm (7''). Depth: 9 cm (3 1/2''). Height: 61 cm (24'').
Condition: Good antique condition with lots of age related wear giving a wonderful decorative look. Some chips, wear, missing pieces, tears, holes, old repairs and wear. Some old woodworm which has been treated. Please see pictures.
Please note that only the figure is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.
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Internal Reference: BFAP3153
Antique Number: SA1118158
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 61cm (24.0inches)
Width is 18cm (7.1inches)
Depth is 9cm (3.5inches)
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