GIRL Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! Fox Terrier Dog Here's a charming antique CONSTABLE

Here's a charming antique CONSTABLE hand puppet toy

Its body and hands are made from felt

The head is stuffed with excelsior (wood wool) and has a cardboard finger tube for movement

A nylon string allows the mouth to open and close

GIRL Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! Fox Terrier Dog Here's a charming antique CONSTABLEGermany 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 Girl hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop circa 1960s