MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! X the Owl Just by the way his

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

A striking feature of this puppet is the seamless pressed felt face head

high quality mohair fabric

age stains and open seams to the fabric

This handsome toy was finely handcrafted in Germany between 1967-1976 and uses the nicest mohair plush

MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! X the Owl Just by the way hisGermany 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 (Artist Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Max and Moritz hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meiner