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Pelham Puppets SM Devil is a character marionette produced by Pelham Puppets, the British toy company founded by Bob Pelham in 1947. It belongs to the SM range, whose figures use strings for movement and a mechanism that gives the character a moving mouth. The devil costume and fantasy subject distinguish it from the company's human, animal, and storybook figures, and surviving examples are collected as vintage toys.
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What is the Pelham Puppets SM Devil?
It is a character marionette made by Pelham Puppets, the British toy company founded by Bob Pelham in 1947. The figure belongs to the company's SM range.
What does SM mean on a Pelham Puppet?
The SM range uses strings for movement and includes a mechanism that gives the character a moving mouth. This makes the puppet more expressive than a basic string-controlled figure.
How is the Pelham SM Devil controlled?
It is operated with a marionette control and strings attached to the figure. The performer moves the limbs and activates the mouth mechanism through the control.
Are Pelham Puppets collectible?
Yes, vintage Pelham Puppets are collected for their British toy history, character designs, and mechanical features. Condition, completeness, original controls, and packaging can affect a figure's value.
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