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Water Spirit with a Hat - antique marionette

Karel Krob

This antique Water spirit marionette is an unique original from the artist Karel Krob. It was made around 1940 from quality materials, all parts of the marionette are original.


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The only original
   SOLD   

In the case of the sale of this puppet, we dedicate half of the amount collected to the development of PUP - Puppet University Prague

Overview
  • Material: Wood
  • Production: Hand carved
  • Mobility: Exposition (low)
  • Designer: Karel Krob
  • Gender Man
  • Character: Waterman
  • Functions: 0

An antique fairytale water spirit marionette

This antique marionette is a really an original piece. It is carved from linden wood, the hat and dress are made of original fabrics. Notice the his bulging eyes, which seemed to tempt you to follow him into the water. His hat, jacket and trousers, which are studded with fringe and detailed decoration, serve as protection from the sun. The details on his face such as his beard, his shoes and even his fingernails are hand carved and painted. This work of art will certainly stand out in every collection.

Karel Krob

Karel Krob (1904 - 1974) originally trained as a shoemaker, but from a young age he was fascinated by the puppetry world. That is why he also devoted all his free time to carving and making marionettes. He continued the tradition of Czech puppeteers, because he carved marionettes as he remembered them from the marionette shows of his childhood. Initially, he made marionettes only for the pleasure of his children, acquaintances and friends. Later, he carved marionettes for puppet ensembles, including the Spejbl and Hurvínek Theater. Today, his works are represented in a number of museum and private collections and puppet ensembles.

Shop reviews


Angela 8. 8. 2024bbbbb

My marionette-making workshop was the most fun I had during my visit to Prague! Everyone at Czech Marionettes was incredibly welcoming and encouraging. Lucy helped me to put the puppet together while another artist helped me to mix the paint. I love how it turned out! I wanted to do something different yet quintessentially Czech while I was here and this was the perfect choice! If you like arts and crafts and friendly people, you’ll enjoy this workshop. Sadly marionette theater performances are disappearing from Prague. But the talented people who carry on the traditions and artistic crafts are still here and they will gladly introduce you to this wonderful tradition.

Cynthia 7. 8. 2024bbbbb

Amazing! This little fellow is crafted with skill, love, and whimsy. I have several of the marionettes and each and everyone is a work of art. Can’t recommend enough; adore!

Talia 3. 8. 2024bbbbb

The most beautifully crafted marionette I've ever seen. She is amazing. And she was received in good time. Sooner than expected. Thank you

Paula 28. 7. 2024bbbbb

Wonderful Marionette. Great customer service. We will be back for more!

Nicole 19. 7. 2024bbbbb

Original puppet got lost but seller when above and beyond to replace it and get it to me as fast as possible and I love her so much I’m so grateful



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Source of the reviews: Marionettes.cz, Google, Etsy



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