Puppets Collection (page 9)

The Muppet show Muppets Television programme Miss Piggy enjoying a meal fit for a pig

TV Progs Spitting Image puppet of Margaret Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher MP Puppet holding up 10th Happy Birthday card

Julie Andrews Actress wife of Pink Panther film director Blake Edwards presents a model of the Pink Panther dressed in a sailors uniform from the ship which Prince Charles served upon at the premiere

TV Progamme Spitting Image - puppet of Margaret Thatcher. 1992

Margaret Thatcher MP Puppet holding up 10th Happy Birthday card. 1989

Harry Corbett at home with Sooty. 1960 A1224-007

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-009

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-012

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-004

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-015

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-005

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-008

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-002

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-001

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-014

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-003

Harry Corbett and Sooty at investiture at Buckingham Palace. Jult 1976

Sooty, Harry Corbett and wife at investiture at Buckingham Palace. Jult 1976

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-010

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-011

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-007

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226

Terry Hall with Lenny the lion seen here at home. 1960 A1226-016

Silly, but effective toy of Christmas season are the girl guide, boy scout and other cardboard finger puppets. With a body of cardboard and two plastic Wellington boots for the finger tips

Nookie Bear breezed into Coventry yesterday and quickly made himself at home at the Belgrade Theatre. With him came Roger de Courcey

Author and broadcaster JB Priestley seen here at Londons Puppet theatre. December 1953

Harry Corbett at home with Sooty. 1960 A1224-011

Rome. Claudia Ney in her puppet act. November 1953 D6777-001

Rome. Claudia Ney in her puppet act. November 1953 D6777

To open at the Princess Theatre is Italian Puppet man Vittorio Podreccas show the Piccoli. He arrive in this country with no less the 1200 puppets and 10 assistants. December 1953 D7575-005

Billy Bean Puppet seen here on childrens TV. July 1953 D4035

Famous ventriloquist Shari Lewis seen arriving at Heathrow from Los Angeles for the Royal Variety Show. She wore a white mink minicoat and a multicoloured mini underneath

Children Nurseries: 4 year old puppet prodigy. Bobby Francis age 4 is an expert manipulator of puppets. He belongs to the Westborough Nursery School, Guildford, Surrey, and performs with 12 dolls

K. 41-Knitting woman modelling knitted hand puppet. February 1952 C6278
K.41-Knitting woman modelling knitted hand puppet. February 1952 C6278

To open at the Princess Theatre is Italian Puppet man Vittorio Podreccas show the Piccoli. He arrive in this country with no less the 1200 puppets and 10 assistants. December 1953 D7575-002

Baley and mother puppet show. March 1953 D106

Baley and mother puppet show. March 1953 D106-001

Tom Binnie in apron and his wife placing toy ship model in showcase before one of the regular audiences. Daughter Joyce aged 18 is behind on steps. September 1945 P000017

A Puppet-show: The Story of The Potted Trees, early 18th century. Creator: Bunkaku
A Puppet-show: The Story of The Potted Trees, early 18th century

Filming the classic 1960s series Thunderbirds, a British mid-1960s science fiction television show devised by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson and made by AP Films

Marionette, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Unknown
Marionette, 1935/1942

Plate 1 from the Disparates : Feminine folly. ca. 1816-23 (published 1864)

Mizuki Kikusaburo as a Woman Standing near a Small Stream and Looking at a Wandering Puppet-showman Impersonated by Ichimura Takenojo (Later Known as the 8th Ichimura Uzaemon), probably 1709

Shadow Dance 1861
Christmas season, Victorian children being amused by the shadow theatre. Magic lanterns are at hand and many over apparatus profuse of grotesque figures that appear

PUPPETS & DOLLS PUPPETS & DOLLS
Rather spooky dolls and puppets, staring out from the shelves at Welsch & Co toy shop, probably in Germany. Date: 1920s

Cartoon, All Over!! (parliamentary session)
Cartoon, All Over!! British MPs depicted as glove puppets, discarded by Mr Punch the puppetmaster as the 1886 parliamentary session comes to an end. Date: 1886

FRENCH PUPPET SHOW
A French boy puts on a puppet show to amuse the children of the street Date: circa 1840

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"Puppets: A Timeless Art Form Unveiling Endless Possibilities" Step into the enchanting world of puppets, where strings come alive and imagination knows no bounds. From the iconic Pelham puppets to the unforgettable characters brought to life by Fulton Mackay and Sprocket in Cornwall, this captivating art form has captured hearts for generations. Intriguing melodies fill the air as marionettes gracefully dance across a stage, their movements synchronized with music like the mesmerizing Two Marionettes Polka album cover. Meanwhile, Punch & Judy take center stage on bustling streets, entertaining crowds with their timeless antics that have delighted audiences since Hogarth's era on British stages. Even beloved comedians like Ken Dodd couldn't resist the allure of puppetry. In Diddy Village, he masterfully wielded props for his new children's show on BBC, bringing joy to young viewers through vibrant characters such as Punch, Toby, and Clown. Puppetry's reach extends beyond traditional performances; it has even found its place in film sets. Behind-the-scenes glimpses reveal Thunderbirds being filmed with meticulous attention to detail. The magic unfolds as strings are pulled and intricate mechanisms bring these heroic marionettes to life before our eyes. Yet amidst all the laughter and wonderment lies a darker tale - "Punch Throws Baby" - an anonymous masterpiece showcasing Mr. Punch's mischievous nature while challenging societal norms through satire. This controversial piece reminds us that puppetry is not only about entertainment but also serves as a powerful medium for social commentary. Through it all remains one constant: Mr. Punch alongside his loyal companions Judy and Baby continue to captivate audiences worldwide with their timeless charm and misadventures that transcend language barriers. So let us celebrate puppets – those magical beings who transport us into realms unknown – whether they're gracing our screens or taking center stage under bright lights.