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Old Witch - antique marionette

František Šimek

The witch marionette was made around 1930 by the Czech puppeteer and woodcarver František Šimek.


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The only original
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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
  • Weight: 1.5 kg
  • Material: Wood
  • Production: Hand carved
  • Mobility: Exposition (low)
  • Designer: František Šimek
  • Gender Woman
  • Character: Witch
  • Functions: 0

Antique witch marionette

This marionette was made out of historical materials of high quality. Her whole body is carved from wood, but she is different from other marionettes - she has hair made of wood and at the same time she has artificial hair added to it. Note also the eyes in which the beads were inserted, which is also unique. Another peculiarity of this marionette is the humorously "torn" shoes. In short, an original piece of history.

František Šimek

František Šimek (1881-1949) learned the carving craft from his father. He created heads and whole marionettes either alone or with other Czech puppeteers. He also renovated marionettes for other puppeteers. The costumes were made by his wife. In addition to marionettes, he also made daily necessities and furniture and restored wooden sculptures in churches.

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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