Step into the early days of Waldorf educational toys with this charming 1930s hand puppet of a Farmer character. Made in Germany following Rudolf Steiner’s philosophy, this toy was carefully handcrafted using natural materials. Its amazing expression, intentionally open and "unfinished", is designed to come alive through a child’s imagination. Its head is finely carved from a single block of linden wood, shaped into a soft, archetypal form with only suggestive features. Rounded eye hollows, a subtle nose and the natural wood grain warming through a gentle watercolor blush. The body is hand made from natural cotton and dressed in a simple manner with felted hands. Note the special mother-of-pearl buttons. Bearing almost a century old, this rare hand puppet is a soulful object of the anthroposophical craft tradition that you don't want to miss!
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Condition: Used and pre-owned hand puppet. Good vintage condition with scuffs to the head, discoloration to the costume and wear to the felt hands. No tags. Please determine the condition by yourself, taking a close look at all pictures and asking questions.
- Origin: Germany
- Brand: Waldorf School
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Year: Circa 1930s
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Size: Approximately 12in/30cm tall
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Materials: polychrome wood, cotton fabric
- The puppet stand is not included
WARNING: This vintage puppet does not comply with current safety standards and is intended for adult use only.