Very unusual scarce vintage Papier Mache officiel Ventriloquist Dummy head! Circa 1940s

A very unusual and scarce vintage Papier Mache Ventriloquist Dummy head! Circa 1930/40s

Approx 31cm tall

Hat is 17cm wide

He appears to be a totally unique example as many were and includes features such as controllable side moving eyes, a spring-loaded mouth, and a comical H.M.S. Salty sailor officiel hat which is what makes him so great in my opinion.

The eyes can be moved via the cylindrical piece at the back of his head. The mouth has to be moved manually. He would have most likely had some string to make it less obvious when being used.

There is some wear to the paint and underside that is to be expected with an item of this nature, but he retains a characterful charm and is a great conversation piece.

A lovely decorative item and one that is quite tough to find nowadays. Find another!