Marionette Collection (#3)

Edgar DEGAS (1834-1917), French painter. Drawing by Adrien Barrere (1874-1931) from FANTASIO, 1916
JAB4120522 Edgar DEGAS (1834-1917), French painter. Drawing by Adrien Barrere (1874-1931) from FANTASIO, 1916 by Barrere, Adrien (1874-1931); (add.info.: Edgar DEGAS (1834-1917), French painter

Guy is being a joke, Ginette is watching him. Helene sews warm clothes to Henriette her doll
8600252 Guy is being a joke, Ginette is watching him. Helene sews warm clothes to Henriette her doll. Irene follows Ida, her infirm little cousin

Cartoon depicting the cartoonist Louis Raemaekers (1869-1956) Drawing by Adrien Barrere (1874-1931) 1919
JAB4119096 Cartoon depicting the cartoonist Louis Raemaekers (1869-1956) Drawing by Adrien Barrere (1874-1931) 1919 by Barrere

Behind the scenes of the Theatre Seraphin, Paris, 1794
JAB4120134 Behind the scenes of the Theatre Seraphin, Paris, 1794 by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Behind the scenes of the Theatre Seraphin.Paris - Theatre d'shadows installed at)

Tony Sarg and one of his dancing marionettes, 1928
Tony Sarg (regarded as Americas puppet master and one of his dancing marionettes, 1928 Date: 1928

A young girl has fun with a Chinese statue pulling her hair
JLJ4643196 A young girl has fun with a Chinese statue pulling her hair. Painting by Jean Honore Fragonard (1732-1806) 18th century Private collection by Fragonard

Close-up of Burmese puppet (AKA Yoke the or marionettes) hanging from strings, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Close-up of round puppet, Mandalay, Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Marionette: Strings Attached
Heru Sungkono

Marionette: Play Me
Heru Sungkono

Illustration of an old Italian edition of Pinocchio de Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini)
PCT4269522 Illustration of an old Italian edition of Pinocchio de Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini). The wooden puppet atable for a meal in an inn with two cheeses: the fox and the cat

Marionette, Bambara Culture
LSE3082223 Marionette, Bambara Culture, by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva

Letter F: Falconer, Fleuve, Pheasant, Fou. engraving in " Alphabet"
DUV4209774 Letter F: Falconer, Fleuve, Pheasant, Fou. engraving in " Alphabet". Finish printing on 15 November 1875 by Charles Unsinger for Alphonse Lemerre, bookseller-publisher, Paris

Marionette, Bambara Culture
LSE3082222 Marionette, Bambara Culture, by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva

Marionette, Bambara Culture
LSE3082224 Marionette, Bambara Culture, by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva

Bambara puppet used for Tongo festivals, Sekou region in Mali - Coll. Herve Martras
LSE4079986 Bambara puppet used for Tongo festivals, Sekou region in Mali - Coll. Herve Martras by African School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bambara puppet used for Tongo festivals)

Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll. Herve Martras
LSE4079979 Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll. Herve Martras by African School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Pinocchio by Carlo Chiostri (1863-1939), one of the first Italian illustrators of the work of Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini)
PCT4269507 Pinocchio by Carlo Chiostri (1863-1939), one of the first Italian illustrators of the work of Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini)

Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll. Herve Martras
LSE4079983 Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll. Herve Martras by African School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll. Herve Martras
LSE4079980 Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll. Herve Martras by African School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Letter E: Spanish, eclipse, elephant, Scottish; F: Falconer, River, Pheasant, Fool. engraving in " Alphabet"
DUV4209769 Letter E: Spanish, eclipse, elephant, Scottish; F: Falconer, River, Pheasant, Fool. engraving in " Alphabet"

Pinocchio by Carlo Chiostri (1863-1939), one of the first Italian illustrators of the work of Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini)
PCT4269494 Pinocchio by Carlo Chiostri (1863-1939), one of the first Italian illustrators of the work of Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini)

Crazy theatre, in Imagier de l'enfance, c. 1900 (engraving)
DUV4206131 Crazy theatre, in Imagier de l enfance, c.1900 (engraving) by Raffin, Ferdinand (1870?-1948); 14.5 x 18.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Crazy theatre)

Letter G: "Guignol", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits, 1897 (engraving)
DUV4213915 Letter G: " Guignol", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits, 1897 (engraving) by Quenioux, Gaston (1864-1951); (add.info.: Letter G: " Guignol)

Letters P, Q and R: "Puppet;Skittles;Racket", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits
DUV4213853 Letters P, Q and R: " Puppet; Skittles; Racket", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits, 1897 (engraving) by Quenioux, Gaston (1864-1951); (add.info.: Letters P)

Letter P: "Puppet", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits, 1897 (engraving)
DUV4213846 Letter P: " Puppet", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits, 1897 (engraving) by Quenioux, Gaston (1864-1951); (add.info.: Letter P: " Polichinelle)

Letters G, H and I: "Guignol, Rattle, Ignorant", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits
DUV4213916 Letters G, H and I: " Guignol, Rattle, Ignorant", in ABC des joujoux ou Alphabet des tout petits, 1897 (engraving) by Quenioux, Gaston (1864-1951); (add.info.: Letters G)

The Son of Old Man Duchesne, May 7, 1871 (engraving)
904994 The Son of Old Man Duchesne, May 7, 1871 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee d Art et d Histoire, Saint-Denis

Les paroles et les actes: caricature by Achille Lemot (1846-1909) in Le Pelerin (1909)
PCT4283342 Les paroles et les actes: caricature by Achille Lemot (1846-1909) in Le Pelerin (1909) - Representation en marionnette by Georges Clemenceau (1841-1929)

Marionette: "King Saul", c. 1937. Creator: Elmer Weise
Marionette: " King Saul", c. 1937

Fan Dancer Marionette, c. 1937. Creator: Elmer Weise
Fan Dancer Marionette, c. 1937

Head of a Clown Marionette, c. 1939. Creator: Vera Van Voris
Head of a Clown Marionette, c. 1939

Child of Punch and Judy, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Dorothy Harris
Child of Punch and Judy, 1935/1942

Marionette - Missionary, c. 1937. Creator: Dorothy Harris
Marionette - Missionary, c. 1937

Jerry the Policeman, c. 1937. Creator: Dorothy Harris
Jerry the Policeman, c. 1937

Don Quixote demolishes the puppets he thinks are Moors. "The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha"by
JLJ4686581 Don Quixote demolishes the puppets he thinks are Moors. " The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547-1616)

Illustration by Achille Lemot (1846-1909) in Le Pelerin, 21 / 03 / 09 - Words and Deeds - Antisemitism
ICA4867298 Illustration by Achille Lemot (1846-1909) in Le Pelerin, 21/03/09 - Words and Deeds - Antisemitism, Antimaconism Freemaking, England Great Britain, Religion Faith

The land of Cocagne, ideal and imaginary country, 19th century (epinal print)
ELD4836064 The land of Cocagne, ideal and imaginary country, 19th century (epinal print) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The land of Cocagne)

Frontispiece of an ancient Italian edition of the Adventures of Pinocchio by Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini)
PCT4269525 Frontispiece of an ancient Italian edition of the Adventures of Pinocchio by Collodi (Carlo Lorenzini), by Chiostri

Wayang Kulit. Java Puppets. Jean Francois Hubert Collection. Paris
XEE4413371 Wayang Kulit. Java Puppets. Jean Francois Hubert Collection. Paris by Javanese School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Wayang Kulit. Java Puppets. Jean Francois Hubert Collection)

Cartoon by Emile Augier (1820 - 1889), as a puppeteer in the French comedy in "Les hommes d aujourd hui"
LSE4109762 Cartoon by Emile Augier (1820 - 1889), as a puppeteer in the French comedy in " Les hommes d aujourd hui", drawing by Emile Cohl (1857-1938)

Berlingues trunk - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4088934 Berlingues trunk - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

Cataclysterium drugs - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4089015 Cataclysterium drugs - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

Marriage de reason - in "Theatre des marionnettes du Jardin des Tuileries"text and drawing by M. Duranty. Ed
LSE4088943 Marriage de reason - in " Theatre des marionnettes du Jardin des Tuileries" text and drawing by M. Duranty. Ed. Paris Imp. Dubuisson and Cie

Polichinelle et la mere Gigogne - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4088936 Polichinelle et la mere Gigogne - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

Polichinelle et la mere Gigogne - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries
LSE4088932 Polichinelle et la mere Gigogne - Lithography, from Theatre des marionnettes du jardin des Tuileries, text and drawing by Louis Edmond Duranty (1833-1880), Paris, 1863 by Duranty

Gepetto manufactures Pinocchio - in "Pinocchio", illustrated by Simone Baudoin, ed
LSE4105402 Gepetto manufactures Pinocchio - in " Pinocchio", illustrated by Simone Baudoin, ed. CastermanAttention: RIGHTS RESERVES by Rothier, F

Actor as a travelling showman, 1792 (woodblock print on paper)
6437434 Actor as a travelling showman, 1792 (woodblock print on paper) by Shunsho, Katsukawa (1726-93); 30.7x14.3 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

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"Marionette: A Timeless Artistry in Motion" From the enchanting music cover for Two Marionettes Polka to the iconic Thunderbirds filming, marionettes have captivated audiences throughout history. These intricate puppets on strings bring life to stories and melodies, mesmerizing both young and old. In the world of entertainment, marionettes have played a significant role. Who can forget the thrilling scenes from Thunderbirds where these skillfully crafted figures took center stage? Their delicate movements and precise choreography added an extra layer of excitement to each episode. But they are not limited to just television screens. Across different cultures, they take various forms - like water puppets that gracefully glide across ponds or lakes, captivating spectators with their ethereal beauty. And let's not overlook the Indian Puppet Show designed exclusively for European children, showcasing cultural exchanges through this art form. One cannot help but be fascinated by the craftsmanship behind these wooden wonders. Take Jack in a box, for instance - a smiling clown puppet popping out of a vibrant red wooden box with arms extended wide open; its front view evokes joy and wonderment in equal measure. The dedication and precision required to manipulate these strings is truly remarkable. Behind-the-scenes glimpses into Thunderbirds' production reveal countless hours spent perfecting every movement of these marvelous marionettes – ensuring seamless storytelling on screen. Marionette artists possess an extraordinary ability to breathe life into mere pieces of wood or fabric. With each tug of a string or subtle gesture, they create characters that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide – characters that become more than just dolls on strings but vessels through which emotions flow freely. So next time you encounter a marionette performance or catch sight of them gracing your favorite TV show or movie set like Thunderbirds did so brilliantly remember their timeless allure. These magical creations continue to remind us that even in our increasingly digital age, there will always be a place for the artistry and charm of marionettes.