Early 1900s Sicilian Carved Wood Opera De Pupi Knight Marionette Puppet Clover which was established in 1905

which was established in 1905

Do not expose to heat or sunlight or it will warp

This fabulous applique was created during the Tut-mania craze and is a prime example of how ancient Egyptian motifs influenced the fashion of the time

It will ruin it

Early 1900s Sicilian Carved Wood Opera De Pupi Knight Marionette Puppet Clover which was established in 1905Opera de Pupi has been a long revered art form based out of southern Italy since the 1800s. Artisans created detailed puppets based on characters popular in literature, tales and farces and animated them in skits. Unfortunately, the art form began to decline with the invention of film. Today original puppets from the 1800s and early 1900s are highly sought after as there are not many that come up on market. This is an absolutely stunning example of an