Venice Italy Pinocchio Alabaster Puppet, Mint Condition Vintage, very rare

Unused Mint Condition, like new, 20 year old (from 2005) theatrical Pinocchio alabaster gypsum with wooden nose and hands, all glazed, painted, and costumed BY HAND. Made by Roberto Comin of Venice, Italy, who is considered a modern day Geppetto. His output is a few puppets and marionettes a week. His workshop is in the Cannaregio district. He is part artist, part magician. Each creation has an individual look and personality, Each head and set of hands are sculpted and carved to be unique characters. Costumes are handmade by Roberto’s sister, Manuella. Sitting height is 25cm, standing height is 40 cm (to tip of red felt carnival hat). Costume is cotton. Legs and feet are all alabaster gypsum. Hands, head, face and nose are all wood. Torso is alabaster gypsum. This Pinocchio has a shiny face with blush, very theatrical look. The Comin red circus hat is distinct to his interpretations of Pinocchio. Alabaster gypsum book of Pinocchio’s ABC’s hangs from his neck. Lips have lipstick look.