Puppet Collection (#7)

Puppet - "Tight Rope Walker", c. 1938. Creator: Pearl Torell
Puppet - " Tight Rope Walker", c. 1938

Marionette, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Pearl Torell
Marionette, 1935/1942

Comedy-Ballet of Marionettes, I, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Comedy-Ballet of Marionettes, I, 1894. Woman with a muff, wearing a floor-length dress, accompanied by a dwarf. From The Yellow Book, Vol. II

Comedy-Ballet of Marionettes, II, 1894. Creator: Aubrey Beardsley
Comedy-Ballet of Marionettes, II, 1894. Two women, one in bloomers and the other in a figure-hugging dress with flounced sleeves and hem. From The Yellow Book, Vol. II

Shark Puppet, c. 1936. Creator: Sebastian Simonet
Shark Puppet, c. 1936

Puppet - "Mrs. Shelby", c. 1937. Creator: Bertha Semple
Puppet - " Mrs. Shelby", c. 1937

Wood Chopper Puppet, c. 1937. Creator: Bertha Semple
Wood Chopper Puppet, c. 1937

Osome and Hisamatsu from the series Manipulations of Love with Musical Accompaniment, c
6437500 Osome and Hisamatsu from the series Manipulations of Love with Musical Accompaniment, c.1755-1806 (woodblock on paper) by Utamaro

An actor manipulating a puppet, 18th century (woodblock print on paper)
6437526 An actor manipulating a puppet, 18th century (woodblock print on paper) by Masanobu, Okumura (1686-1764); 30x14.5 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Marionette scenes with male and female manipulators, c. 1758-1806
6437412 Marionette scenes with male and female manipulators, c. 1758-1806 (woodblock print on paper) by Utamaro, Kitagawa (1753-1806); 19.9x14.6 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent

Marionette - "Ahab", c. 1938. Creator: Hilda Olson
Marionette - " Ahab", c. 1938

Marionette - "Biddy", c. 1939. Creator: Hilda Olson
Marionette - " Biddy", c. 1939

Puppet, c. 1940. Creator: Hilda Olson
Puppet, c. 1940

Lady Marionette, c. 1937. Creator: James McLellan
Lady Marionette, c. 1937

Horse Puppet, c. 1937. Creator: James McLellan
Horse Puppet, c. 1937

Juggling Marionette, c. 1936. Creator: James McLellan
Juggling Marionette, c. 1936

Cannibal Marionette, c. 1937. Creator: James McLellan
Cannibal Marionette, c. 1937

Policeman Hand Puppet, c. 1938. Creator: Florian Rokita
Policeman Hand Puppet, c. 1938

Tight-rope Walker Marionette, c. 1937. Creator: Florian Rokita
Tight-rope Walker Marionette, c. 1937

Punch Clown Puppet, c. 1937. Creator: Florian Rokita
Punch Clown Puppet, c. 1937

Hand Puppet Boxer, c. 1936. Creator: David Ramage
Hand Puppet Boxer, c. 1936

Hand Puppet, c. 1936. Creator: David Ramage
Hand Puppet, c. 1936

Blind Man Hand Puppet, c. 1936. Creator: David Ramage
Blind Man Hand Puppet, c. 1936

Acrobat Albert, c. 1936. Creator: David Ramage
Acrobat Albert, c. 1936

Convent Scene in Venice (oil on canvas)
6201950 Convent Scene in Venice (oil on canvas) by Bls, Eugen von (1843-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eugene de Bls, also known as Eugene von Bls or Eugenio Bls); Austrian, out of copyright

Barnacle Bill Puppet, c. 1938. Creator: Chris Makrenos
Barnacle Bill Puppet, c. 1938

Lanos Pop Out Marionette, c. 1937. Creator: Frank Gray
Lanos Pop Out Marionette, c. 1937

Hand Puppet - Snapdragon, c. 1936. Creator: Chris Makrenos
Hand Puppet - Snapdragon, c. 1936

Marionette (Details), c. 1937. Creator: Frank Gray
Marionette (Details), c. 1937

Two-Headed Freak, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Chris Makrenos
Two-Headed Freak, 1935/1942

Young Boys Performing a Puppet Show, ca. 1770. Creator: Kitao Shigemasa
Young Boys Performing a Puppet Show, ca. 1770

Cigar Store Figure: Punch, c. 1939. Creator: Elmer R. Kottcamp
Cigar Store Figure: Punch, c. 1939

Marylin, the Trapeze Artist, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Frank Gray
Marylin, the Trapeze Artist, 1935/1942

Two boys playing with the puppet of a lion, Ming dynasty, 15th-16th century. Creator: Unknown
Two boys playing with the puppet of a lion, Ming dynasty, 15th-16th century. Formerly attributed to Zhang Xuan

Skeleton Marionette, c. 1936. Creator: George File
Skeleton Marionette, c. 1936

Sinbad Marionette, c. 1938. Creator: George File
Sinbad Marionette, c. 1938

Innkeepers Daughter, c. 1938. Creator: George File
Innkeepers Daughter, c. 1938

The Discovery of the Tomb of Punchinello, from the Scherzi, ca. 1743-50

Kasperltheater, 1910. Creator: Hans Kalmsteiner
Kasperltheater, 1910

Sheet 15 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 15 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859

Sheet 14 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 14 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859

Sheet 13 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 13 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859

Sheet 10 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 10 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859

Sheet 1 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 1 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859

Sheet 2 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 2 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, 1859

Sheet 1 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, ca. 1850-70. Creator: Juan Llorens
Sheet 1 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets, ca. 1850-70

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"Puppetry: A Timeless Art Form Unveiling a World of Imagination" Step into the enchanting world of puppetry, where Muffin the Mule and Rasputin Caricature come to life through strings and skilled hands. From Pelham puppets to Fulton Mackay and Sprocket filming in Cornwall, this captivating art form has captured hearts for generations. Remember Mr Punch's mischievous encounters with the crocodile? Or perhaps you've heard the delightful melody of Two Marionettes Polka while admiring its music cover. The iconic film "Punch and Judy Man (The)" from 1963 still echoes in our memories, reminding us of the timeless charm that puppets possess. Who could forget Pinocchio, whose journey taught us valuable lessons about honesty and bravery? And let's not overlook water puppets gracefully gliding across serene ponds or Punch and Judy entertaining crowds on bustling beaches. Traveling eastward to Dalian, Manchukuo in China, witness Festival Stilt Dance as vibrant dancers bring ancient tales to life using intricately designed puppets. Meanwhile, Jack-in-a-box springs forth with an infectious smile from his red wooden box, showcasing the joyous nature of clown puppets. Puppets have transcended time and cultures; they are vessels for storytelling that ignite our imagination like no other medium can. Whether it be traditional marionettes or innovative creations, these characters hold a special place in our hearts as they weave their magic on stage or screen. So next time you encounter a puppet show or stumble upon a vintage puppet collection tucked away somewhere – take a moment to appreciate this extraordinary art form that has delighted audiences young and old throughout history. Let yourself be transported into a world where strings dance effortlessly between reality and fantasy - because behind every puppet lies an artist who breathes life into them with love and creativity.