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Pelham Puppets Bob Skeleton

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A skeleton string marionette from Pelham Puppets, the British toy company founded in 1947, designed to showcase articulated movement through multiple control strings.

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When did Pelham Puppets begin making the Bob Skeleton marionette?

Pelham's later Skeleton line was manufactured from 1973 to 1984, while the earlier version was called the Disjointing Skeleton and ran from 1952 to 1972. That date range can help collectors distinguish the two designs. [Brighton Toy Museum record](https://www.brightontoymuseum.co.uk/index/Skeleton_marionette_%28Pelham_Puppets%29)

How does the Pelham Bob Skeleton work?

It is a string marionette with articulated bone pieces controlled from a wooden bar above the puppet. Pulling and tilting the control changes the positions of the skull, arms, hands, legs, and feet.

What is the difference between a Pelham Skeleton and a Disjointing Skeleton?

The Disjointing Skeleton is the earlier 1952 to 1972 design, while the shorter-named Skeleton is the later 1973 to 1984 version. One visible difference is that the early model used bead eyes, whereas the later model had eyes molded into the skull.

How old is the Pelham Puppets company behind the Bob Skeleton?

Bob Pelham began the business in 1947, initially using the name Wonky Toys, and it became Pelham Puppets in 1948. The company ceased trading in 1993, which is why original boxed examples are now collectible vintage toys.

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