Strings to the Past: Vintage Hollywood Memories & Marionette Auction

Lot #56:

Walton & O'Rourke (2) "Odd Couple" Hand Puppets.

Walton & O'Rourke, 1950s, Walton & O'Rourke. Set of (2) handmade, professional performance hand puppets constructed of cast composite wood/plastic head and hands from custom molds. Expertly painted and finished and with fabric costumed body/glove. Male puppet is outfitted with an interior rod in the neck, which has become detached from the internal mechanism housed in the head to operate eyes and mouth. Also retains a bulb and tubing for an unknown effect. Male is missing hands. The puppets measure approx. 15 x 8 x 3.5 in. Exhibiting expected age, performance wear, minor soiling. Lovingly preserved by the legendary family and fully operational. In vintage good condition.