Vintage Vietnamese Water Puppet Chu Teu Wooden Carved Animated Toy Folk Art 9"
Up for sale is a beautiful Vintage Hand-Carved Vietnamese Water Puppet representing the iconic character Chú Tễu (Uncle Teu). Known as the cheerful narrator and comedic host of traditional Vietnamese water puppetry, this folk art piece features his signature plump belly, joyful smile, and distinct hair tufts.
This puppet is equipped with a mechanical pull-string feature on the lower back. When the string is pulled, both arms lift forward horizontally in an animated motion. Notably, the left hand is formed into a fist, while the right hand has the index finger pointing forward. It is a fantastic piece of Asian cultural memorabilia, perfect for collectors of vintage puppets, marionettes, and international folk art.
Specifications & Materials
- Character: Chú Tễu (Uncle Teu - Vietnamese Water Puppet)
- Approx. Dimensions: 9" H x 4" W x 3" D (approx. 22.9 cm x 10.2 cm x 7.6 cm)
- Weight: 9.6 oz (approx. 272 g)
- Material: Hand-carved solid wood, lacquered/painted finish, natural hair tufts, and pull-string mechanism.
Condition Report
- Overall Condition: Vintage / Used. In good working condition.
- Mechanism: The pull-string function works smoothly, raising both arms properly.
- Wear & Patina: As a vintage handcrafted piece, there are visible signs of age and wear throughout. This includes minor paint loss, scuffs, surface scratches, and natural hairline wood drying cracks (visible on the red vest on the back, joints, and base). The bottom shows rustic, raw hand-carved wood texture. The hair tufts show vintage weathering. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the cosmetic condition before purchasing.
Vintage Vietnamese Water Puppet Chu Teu Wooden Carved Animated Toy Folk Art 9"
Sale price$45.00
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