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Antique Marionette Figure. French Folk Art Articulated Puppet Mannequin.
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Antique Marionette Figure. French Folk Art Articulated Puppet Mannequin.

19th century
For Sale by Krave Antiques
Description

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.

A rare and collectible folk art marionette.

Date: Early 19th century.

Dimensions: Width: 18 cm (7"). Depth: 9 cm (3 1/2"). Height: 61 cm (24").

Weight: 900 g.

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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique French Marionette Puppet to the 19th Century.

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SA1242319
Dealers Internal Reference
BFAP3153
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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.
fig 1. An antique French folk art marionette puppet with a hand-carved bearded wooden head, articulated limbs, and a brown velvet jacket trimmed with braid.
fig 1. Antique Marionette Figure. French Folk Art Articulated Puppet Mannequin.

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.

fig 2. An antique French folk art marionette puppet with a hand-carved bearded wooden head, articulated limbs, and a brown velvet jacket trimmed with braid.
fig 2. Antique Marionette Figure. French Folk Art Articulated Puppet Mannequin.

A rare and collectible folk art marionette.

Date: Early 19th century.

Dimensions: Width: 18 cm (7"). Depth: 9 cm (3 1/2"). Height: 61 cm (24").

Weight: 900 g.

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.

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Please note that only the figure is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.
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Height
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Antique French Marionette Puppet to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242319
Dealers Internal Ref
BFAP3153
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Archive I An antique French folk art marionette puppet with a hand-carved bearded wooden head, articulated limbs, and a brown velvet jacket trimmed with braid.

Antique Marionette Figure. French Folk Art Articulated Puppet Mannequin.

Archive II An antique French folk art marionette puppet with a hand-carved bearded wooden head, articulated limbs, and a brown velvet jacket trimmed with braid. View II
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An antique French folk art marionette puppet with a hand-carved bearded wooden head, articulated limbs, and a brown velvet jacket trimmed with braid.
Antique Marionette Figure. French Folk Art Articulated Puppet Mannequin.
Ref: SA1242319
An antique French folk art marionette puppet with a hand-carved bearded wooden head, articulated limbs, and a brown velvet jacket trimmed with braid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPuppets & Marionettes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Folk Art
  • MaterialCarved Wood, Velvet, Cotton, Plaster
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved facial features, Articulated jointed limbs, Metallic braid trimming, Tailored velvet jacket
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in)

FAQs

Marionettes have a long history in French theatrical traditions, where travelling puppeteers performed street theatre, folk stories, and satirical plays using hand-carved articulated figures throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

Traditional marionettes were crafted with hand-carved wooden heads, hands, and feet connected to jointed limbs, painted with gesso finishes, and dressed in custom hand-sewn textile costumes.

Authentic period marionettes exhibit hand-carved timber construction, original paint wear on facial features, period-appropriate textile stitching, and metal eyelets or wire attachments for control strings.

An antique marionette can be displayed on a bookshelf, presented inside a glass cloche, mounted on a bespoke metal stand, or integrated into a cabinet of curiosities display.

Store marionettes in a climate-controlled room away from direct sunlight, gently clean delicate fabrics using a soft brush, and avoid applying liquids or solvent cleaners to painted timber surfaces.
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