DOG Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s 1920s Shows play wear with many

Shows play wear with many bald spots

But both repaint and redress jobs seem old and must have happened sometime in the past

Terrier's head is firmly stuffed with excelsior (wood wool) and has a cardboard finger tube for movement

Brand: Chiltern Toys

Kasper's head is beautifully carved and masterfully hand painted

DOG Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s 1920s Shows play wear with manyRussian 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 Dog 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 long eyelashes. It uses the