Marionette
Object number2021.048.0101
Mediumtextile, wood, metal, papier mache
DimensionsOther: 19.5 × 5 × 3.25 in. (49.5 × 12.7 × 8.3 cm)
OriginCzech Republic
DescriptionA marionette of a king wearing a crown. Its head, hands, and legs are solid and painted. The king has a gray and black beard, hair, and eyebrows. It has blue eyes and a red mouth. Its crown is gold and red with blue and green accents. The controls for movement are located above its head. The marionette wears a cream-colored gown with long sleeves and a mesh collar. Gold and silver cording decorate the gown. A short, red cape lined with wide, gold cording is worn over the shoulders. The marionette's legs are painted white with gold shoes.On View
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1919-1929
1920-1929
1990-2014
1919-1929