Early 20th Century Chinese Opera Marionette Puppet

DESCRIPTION: This Chinese opera marionette hand puppet dressed in a silk green robe. The puppet head is of painted ceramic. With elaborate headpiece and traditional opera makeup. These puppets were used in the early 20th century puppet versions of traditional Chinese opera. The puppet is displayed on a wooden stand.
CIRCA: Early 20th Century
ORIGIN: China
DIMENSIONS: H: 13" W: 9 1/2"
CONDITION: The silk robe is visibly damaged.
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