Maharajah Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! gendarme It is missing the legs

It is missing the legs and has some holes and tears on the body and face chips and paint loss

The costume shows age wear with some small holes

Here's a rare Rabbit Hand Puppet from the early times of the company

Size: Approximately 16in/41cm tall

Size: Approximately 13

Maharajah Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! gendarme It is missing the legsGermany 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). This Maharajah hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa