Puppet
MakerMade by
Phyllis Fenn Cunningham
(American, 1903 - 2003)
Date1950-1979
MediumSynthetic, cotton, paper, metal, glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 21 x 21 1/4 x 3in. (53.3 x 54 x 7.6cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Stanhope F. Cunningham
Object number2013.182.3
DescriptionHand puppet of a duck named "Henry Duck." The body and head are composed of a dark yellow synthetic fabric. The puppet's head is stuffed with white cotton batting. Its eyes consist of two identical marquise-shaped buttons made of a yellow metal (possibly brass) with an oval synthetic gemstone, probably composed of a green paste, inserted at the center. A dark brown paper is sewn into the interior bottom of the duck's bill. Probably used in performances with puppet of "Hang-Dog-Harry" (2013.182.13).
Status
Not on view
