Blond GIRL Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s chef Little boy is in excellent

Little boy is in excellent condition and seems unused with original maker's tag still attached

The body and hands are part of the same long fabric sleeve with lining

This toy was made in Germany by Martha Stocker and Heidi Lohmann circa 1960s

Year: 1945-52

with oversized glass eyes

Blond GIRL Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s chef Little boy is in excellentRussian puppetry has a long and rich history. Puppets became widespread during the Soviet era and have remained popular ever since. Their innovative designs and visual quality are captivating. This beautiful Blond Girl hand puppet is a good example of their mastery of puppet making. It was skillfully handcrafted circa 1990 by the "Factory of Theatrical Accessories" in Hlebnikovo, Moscow. This puppet has an adorable expression with hand painted