MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s art silk plush Here's a vintage GRETEL Hand

Here's a vintage GRETEL Hand Puppet full of personality

Note that they have been heavily used and show wear and tear

Little Bunny uses the finest mohair plush and was expertly handcrafted in Germany between 1968-78

Dating back to the 1920s

MAX and MORITZ Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s art silk plush Here's a vintage GRETEL HandGermany 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 (Artist Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Max and Moritz hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meiner