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Pelham Puppets SM Dandy is a vintage English marionette made by Pelham Puppets, the company founded by Bob Pelham. The SM range was part of the firm's postwar production, which began in 1947, and models in this range are characterized by articulated wooden figures operated by strings; moving-mouth versions add a mouth control to the standard marionette mechanism. The item is relevant to collectors of British toys and to puppeteers using traditional string controls.
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What is Pelham Puppets SM Dandy?
Pelham Puppets SM Dandy is a vintage English marionette made by Pelham Puppets. The company was founded by Bob Pelham.
What does SM mean in Pelham Puppets SM Dandy?
SM identifies the model’s range within Pelham Puppets’ postwar product line. The SM range featured articulated wooden figures operated with strings.
When did Pelham Puppets begin making puppets?
Pelham Puppets’ postwar production began in 1947. SM Dandy belongs to that broader vintage period of English marionette manufacture.
How is Pelham Puppets SM Dandy operated?
It is operated as a string marionette. Its articulated wooden figure is controlled from above through the strings attached to the puppet.
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