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Water spirit with a pipe - antique marionette

Karel Krob

This antique water spirit marionette was made before the year 1940 by the Czech puppeteer Karel Krob. All parts of the marionette are original.


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The only original
   SOLD   

In the case of the sale of this puppet, we dedicate half of the amount collected to the development of PUP - Puppet University Prague

Overview
  • Material: Wood
  • Production: Hand carved
  • Mobility: Exposition (low)
  • Designer: Karel Krob
  • Gender Man
  • Character: Waterman
  • Functions: 0

Antique marionette - Water spirit holding a pipe

This beautiful marionette has a lot of details that you can't miss. One of them is a beautiful, hand-carved pipe that he holds in a clenched fist. Another thing you need to pay attention to is his legs with webs for swimming and little red claws. His hair and all the details of his face are also hand-carved and painted. His clothes have a lot of studs, buttons and pieces of fringe, and his leather belt with a decorative fastening is also not to be overlooked. His hat has a decorative blue rhinestone in the middle. All these fabrics are original, the marionette is carved from linden wood. In short, a unique work of art.

Karel Krob

Karel Krob (1904 - 1974) originally trained as a shoemaker, but from a young age he was fascinated by the puppetry world. That is why he also devoted all his free time to carving and making marionettes. He continued the tradition of Czech puppeteers, because he carved marionettes as he remembered them from the marionette shows of his childhood. Initially, he made marionettes only for the pleasure of his children, acquaintances and friends. Later, he carved marionettes for puppet ensembles, including the Spejbl and Hurvínek Theater. Today, his works are represented in a number of museum and private collections and puppet ensembles.

Shop reviews


Michelle 4. 10. 2025bbbbb

Stunning piece of art. Very pleased

Stanley 3. 10. 2025bbbbb

Had a few with the tariff situation we have going on all over this planet. They were addressed to my satisfaction, Howdy Doody is fantastic. Bought from them before second purchase, both arrived on time fantastic work. you’re interested in marionette This is of a website you should check out. 5+ stars for every category quality work I’m impressed.

maryse 28. 9. 2025bbb

Difficult instructions. Nails too small.

aj 26. 9. 2025bbbbb

Beautiful ballerina marionette! I love her!

Sharon 23. 9. 2025bbbbb

Top quality well made incredible marionette. Arrived on time. The marionettes are made with love and so easy use. Kids will love this marionette. Thank you and keep up the good work!!!! This is my ninth marionette from Czech marionettes and all are awesome!!!!



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