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The Pelham Puppets Witch is a vintage wooden marionette produced by the British toy manufacturer Pelham Puppets. Founded by Bob Pelham in Marlborough, England, in 1947, the company specialized in accessible, high-quality string puppets based on fairy tale and storybook characters. The Witch model was part of their popular "SM" standard range, characterized by its carved wooden head, painted features, and fabric costume.
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What does the vintage Pelham Puppets Witch look like?
The Pelham Puppets Witch is a classic wooden, storybook-villain marionette. She traditionally features a hand-painted wooden face, a fabric cloak, and a traditional pointed witch's hat.
Who founded the company that made the Pelham Witch puppet?
The company was founded in Marlborough, England, by Bob Pelham in 1947. Pelham Puppets became one of the most beloved and successful toy manufacturers in the UK under his leadership.
How do you operate a vintage Pelham Puppets Witch?
Like traditional marionettes, the Witch is operated using a wooden control bar tied to strings attached to the puppet's head, hands, and knees. Tilting and rocking the bar allows the puppet to walk and gesture.
Are vintage Pelham Puppets Witch dolls valuable?
Vintage Pelham Witch puppets can be highly valuable to toy collectors, especially if they retain their original wooden control bar and cloth clothing. The oldest models from the 1950s and 1960s fetch the highest prices.
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