GOAT Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s early toy Its wooden head is matched

Its wooden head is matched by a fabric body and tiny wooden hands—all of which have been given an extra layer of personality and character through the patina it's acquired over the years

Its hand-painted details and varnish finish gives this unique piece a captivating facial expression

~ Else Hecht was born in 1888 in Munich

And this puppet is very special not only because of its endearing look but also because it is a "Steiff Exclusive"

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GOAT Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s early toy Its wooden head is matchedRussian puppetry has a long and rich history. Puppets became widespread during the Soviet era and have remained popular ever since. Their innovative designs and visual quality are captivating. This beautiful Goat hand puppet is a good example of their mastery of puppet making. It was skillfully handcrafted circa 1990 by the "Factory of Theatrical Accessories" in Hlebnikovo, Moscow. This puppet has an adorable expression with long eyelashes. It uses