Antique Mid-19th Century Sicilian, Children's Toys, Marionette

This antique, child's marionette. Is a very unusual antique toy. Piece depicts a knight in armor.

The material that appeared to have been used in order to construct this piece : metal, wood, fabric, paint. Face is carved wood, and hand painted. Piece has metal hook to hang. Marionette measures approximately 18.5 inches tall 9 inches wide. Please view all photos as they are the best form of an description.

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