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Antique Black Americana Puppet Marionette

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Description

17in wood puppet/marionette.  Hand painted, hand carved face.

Found at a farm sale in central Iowa.  The lady I bought it from said it is very old, from late 1800s.

But I'm thinking it is from 1920s-1930s based on the clothing and nails.  I can barely see that the feet are hinged with cut pieces of aluminum can that have some print I can't see.

I am trying to add more pics

Any estimates and opinions on age would be appreciated.

Category Black Memorabilia
Medium wood
Distinguishing marks unknown
Size and dimensions of this item 17in
Date Period unknown
History told it dates back to late 1800s
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