This marionette is actually a traditional rendition of Krakonoš, a Czech folklore figure. Krakonoš is the Father of the Woods and has mystical god-like powers.
The puppets in this category represent the Czech tradition in puppet making. These are mostly small series cast puppets, which are then hand decorated by sewing and painting.
The Krkonoše mountains are some of the largest in the Czech Republic and the area is filled with tales of a mysterious man who cares for the nature of the mountains. This marionette has a classic skeleton of wood. His hands and face are cast from a unique plaster-like compound and then beautifully hand-painted. Notice the accessories and attention to detail on this puppet - his colorful pipe leaves in the hair and beard, and carved wooden shoes.
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Controls my puppet very well :)
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