description Pelham Puppet Wolf Overview
The Pelham Puppet Wolf is a British string marionette made by Pelham Puppets, the English company founded by Bob Pelham that produced wooden puppets from 1947 until 1993. Wolf was included among the animal characters introduced in the company’s 1963 range, alongside figures such as the Elephant and Frog. The model is associated with the SL Wolf design, which depicts a wolf in trousers and a cape with a grey-furred body.
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Who made the Pelham Puppet Wolf?
The Pelham Puppet Wolf was made by Pelham Puppets, the British company founded by Bob Pelham. The company produced wooden string puppets from 1947 until 1993.
When was the Pelham Puppet Wolf introduced?
Wolf appeared among the animal characters in Pelham Puppets’ 1963 range. That date makes it a mid-century British toy-marionette design rather than a modern reproduction by default.
How is the Pelham Puppet Wolf controlled?
It is a string marionette, so the performer moves a control and pulls or releases strings to animate the figure. The exact movement depends on the puppet’s surviving strings, joints, and control bar.
Is the Pelham Puppet Wolf part of the same range as Pelham animals?
Yes. Wolf was included with other animal characters introduced in Pelham Puppets’ 1963 range. Collectors usually identify examples by the model, construction, labels, condition, and whether the original control and strings remain.
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