Graphic Arts / Contextual Studies Essay: 'Punch and Judy' hand puppet
The object I have chosen for this essay is a 'Punch' style hand puppet which I found at the Museum of Liverpool Life at the Albert Dock.
Probably the most famous form of puppets in the world, Punch, Judy and a host of other hand puppet characters have been enjoyed by children across the globe for centuries.
My aim is to consider the history behind the design and aesthetic qualities of this particular object while …
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…of Richard Codman are not commonplace today this traditional representation of the Punch character is an example of iconic imagery and craftsmanship that will never die.
Bibliography
Punch & Judy College of Professors. Mr. Punch's Progress (College 1987)
Byrom, Michael. Punch & Judy: Its Origin and Evolution (Shiva Publications 1972) and (Revised edition: DaSilva Puppet Books 1988)
Leach, Robert. The Punch & Judy Show: History, Tradition and Meaning (Batsford 1985)
Speaight, George. Punch & Judy: A History (StudioVista Ltd. 1970)
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