Description
This remarkable antique warrior marionette depicts a figure equipped with a helmet, breastplate, pauldrons, bracers and metal greaves, accompanied by a large ornamented shield and a long spear.
The figure was conceived to be suspended by strings, preserving its original nature as a marionette. When hung, it creates an intriguing sense of movement and lightness that contrasts beautifully with the robust appearance of its armour.
Particularly striking is the intricate metalwork, decorated with embossed motifs and small rivets, as well as the expressive polychrome face and beard made from textile fibres. Brown fabric trousers and dark sleeves complete the costume, adding further texture to the composition.
Traces of age, wear and the patina of the different materials enhance its antique and theatrical character, making it a particularly evocative piece.
Beyond its original function, it now possesses an extraordinary sculptural and decorative presence. Suspended from the ceiling or incorporated into a wall composition, it becomes an unexpected object full of personality, perfect for eclectic interiors and collectors of marionettes, theatrical objects and unusual pieces.
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