CHIMNEY SWEEP Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! royal couple Lotte Sievers-Hahn is a family

Lotte Sievers-Hahn is a family run workshop based in Germany and still in production today

Note that some glue marks were the buttons used to be

Its original colors seem to have faded over the years but the detailed airbrushing work gives it a distressed look that is also very appealing

Its charm-filled imperfections only add to its character

These are used puppets but still in good condition with some spots

CHIMNEY SWEEP Hand Puppet by Curt Meissner ~ 1960s Rare! royal couple Lotte Sievers-Hahn is a familyGermany is recognized worldwide as home to one of the most creative toy making industries in Europe. It is not a surprise that puppetry is also very strong and has been part of their vibrant culture for hundreds of years. The brand iKnstlerpuppe (Artistic Dolls) is a great example of this elaborate style of early hand puppets once produced in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This Chimney Sweep hand puppet was created in the Curt Meiner workshop