handdockor
Handdockor is a term used in Swedish to denote hand puppets, a form of puppet controlled directly by the puppeteer’s hand. In English, these are commonly referred to as hand puppets. Handdockor are designed so that the puppeteer inserts the hand into a hollow built to resemble a head and upper torso, allowing movement of the mouth, head, and sometimes the arms through finger and palm manipulation. Basic forms include glove puppets, where the puppeteer’s hand provides most of the control, and variants that incorporate sleeves or internal mechanisms to enable additional gestures.
Construction and materials for handdockor typically include fabric, foam padding, and lightweight shells. The head and
Use and history: Handdockor have a long history in many cultures as a portable means of storytelling
Design considerations include balance, visibility, and ease of manipulation. Puppeteers aim for a convincing appearance while