description Pelham Puppet Giraffe Overview
The Pelham Puppet Giraffe is a British animal marionette from the Pelham Puppets range, the company founded by Bob Pelham. Its long neck, small head, and painted yellow body with brown or darker spots are the features commonly used to recognize the giraffe form. As with other Pelham figures, construction and control details differ among production ranges, so collectors use the body materials, head finish, stringing, and control bar when identifying an example.
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Who made the Pelham Puppet Giraffe?
It belongs to the Pelham Puppets range, founded by Bob Pelham in Marlborough, England, in 1947. Pelham became known for wooden marionettes made for children and collectors.
Is the Pelham Giraffe a marionette or a hand puppet?
The giraffe is a marionette operated with a control bar and strings. Its long neck, small head, and painted yellow body with darker spots are the main features used to identify it.
How can I tell how old a Pelham Puppet Giraffe is?
The body paint, control bar, strings, labels, box, and construction details all help with dating, but the giraffe shape alone is not enough. The original Pelham company ceased trading in 1993, while a newer range was produced under the Pelham name from 2008.
Are Pelham Puppet Giraffes collectible?
Yes. Original Pelham marionettes are collected because the company made them in England and built a large range of animal designs.
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