MICKI Hedgehog Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1950s Rare! grandfather

MICKI Hedgehog Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1950s Rare! grandfatherGermany 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 (Artistic Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). Created by artist Ferdinand Diehl, Mecki the Hedgehog needs no

Felt face with a velvet hat

~ The last image shows the other characters from the same set

Excelsior stuffed heads and stitched features

Just by the way his tiny hands are sewn you can tell how meticulously crafted this puppet was

Her colorful fabric costume makes her even more beautiful

Several holes are present

Here's an example of a rare Monkey Hand Puppet from the early days of the company

The head is made from painted PVC and has a plastic finger insert for movement

Although it fits an adult hand

Here's one of his wonderful creations depicting a Kasper Hand Puppet with the nicest expression

According to its ID it was produced between 1962-67 and uses the nicest mohair plush

Happy wears a felt costume and a pointy hat with a bell