Father FROST Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s Bi-Ba-Bo like this adorable Gora Gorilla

like this adorable Gora Gorilla

They come in unusual large size with finely carved wooden heads

It has a fabric body with some lovely small wooden hands and legs

Its sweet expression with hand stitched nose and mouth is adorable

Brand: likely made by Farnell Alpha Toys

Father FROST Hand Puppet ~ Russian 1990s Bi-Ba-Bo like this adorable Gora GorillaRussian 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 Father Frost hand puppet (the Russian version or Santa Claus) 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