HANSEL and GRETEL Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Early_Teddy_Bear an important European toy company

an important European toy company that created wonderful plush toys

in mint condition with crisp tags

I believe they were produced in England circa mid 1900s

Quality mohair plush with nice airbrushing

HANSEL and GRETEL Hand Puppets by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Early_Teddy_Bear an important European toy companyGermany 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 (Artistic Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Hansel and Gretel hand puppet couple was created in the Curt Meiner