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Pelham Puppet Dutch Boy

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Pelham Puppet Dutch Boy is a character marionette made by Pelham Puppets, the English toy company founded by Bob Pelham. The Dutch Boy was one of the company's nationality-themed figures and was produced in a paired Dutch Boy and Dutch Girl design that remained in production for decades. Surviving examples are collected as vintage British puppets and may use cloth, felt, synthetic hair, plastic, and string.

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What is the Pelham Puppet Dutch Boy?

The Pelham Puppet Dutch Boy is a character marionette made by Pelham Puppets, the English toy company founded by Bob Pelham. It belongs to the company's nationality-themed puppet range.

Was there a matching Dutch Girl Pelham Puppet?

Yes, the Dutch Boy was produced as part of a paired Dutch Boy and Dutch Girl design. The two figures were intended to be collected or displayed together.

What type of toy is the Pelham Puppet Dutch Boy?

It is a string-controlled marionette rather than a hand puppet. The operator moves the control bar to make the figure walk, gesture, and perform other puppet actions.

Who founded Pelham Puppets?

Pelham Puppets was founded by Bob Pelham in England. The company became known for mass-produced marionettes with distinctive character and national costume designs.

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