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Pelham Puppets' Hansel is an English-made wooden marionette of the child from the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, catalogued by the company during 1947-1979.
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What is the Pelham Puppets Hansel marionette?
The Hansel marionette is a wooden string puppet produced by the English toy company Pelham Puppets, representing the child from the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. It was a classic wooden toy designed for children's puppet theaters.
When was the Pelham Puppets Hansel marionette originally sold?
The Hansel marionette was actively catalogued and sold by the Pelham Puppets company between the years 1947 and 1979. It represents the golden era of the company's mid-century British toy manufacturing.
Where were Pelham Puppets, like the Hansel marionette, manufactured?
Pelham Puppets were manufactured in the town of Marlborough in Wiltshire, England. The company was founded by Bob Pelham and became one of the most famous marionette makers in the United Kingdom.
What character was the Pelham Puppets Hansel marionette usually paired with?
The Hansel puppet was most commonly paired with the Gretel marionette from the same fairy tale, and occasionally a witch character. Collectors often seek to reunite the Hansel and Gretel dolls to complete the vintage set.
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