Capitan Fracassa Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s gretel a bird was supposed to

a bird was supposed to come out of the cuckoo clock but instead Fred used a puppet he received as a gift from WQED Station Manager

Without Kersa ID

Missing button

This playful little puppet is overall in good used condition but it shows wear

But all imperfections don't detract from its sweet and loving personality

Capitan Fracassa Toy Marionette ~ Italy 1930s gretel a bird was supposed toMarionettes have fascinated audiences of all ages over the centuries. Even operas were specifically composed for Marionettes in the 18th century. Not surprisingly a variety of toy replicas were designed for family entertainment. This little marionette is a nice example of a string puppet that populated homes in the beginning of the 20th century. Skillfully handcrafted in Treviso, Italy, by Giulio Soravia, this puppet has a beautiful hand painted