GOAT Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s early toy Its hand-painted details and varnish

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

~ Else Hecht was born in 1888 in Munich

The eyes are glass and the body is made from mohair with a felt face mask and hands

The piece also works nicely as a stand alone sculpture

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

GOAT Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s early toy Its hand-painted details and varnishRussian 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