Not currently on display at the V&A

Marionette of a music hall comedian

Puppet
mid 20th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Marionette of a Max Miller figure wearing a black and white checked suit, a boater-style hat, and a pink bow tie and waistcoat.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleMarionette of a music hall comedian (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Carved wood, paint, fabric and string
Brief description
Marionette of a Max Miller figure. Made by H.W. Whanslaw. English, mid 20th century.
Physical description
Marionette of a Max Miller figure wearing a black and white checked suit, a boater-style hat, and a pink bow tie and waistcoat.
Dimensions
  • Height: 39cm
Credit line
Given by the British Puppet and Model Theatre Guild
Subject depicted
Other number
P.107 - British Puppet and Model Theatre Guild number
Collection
Accession number
S.402-2001

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Record createdJuly 26, 2004
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