puupuut
Puupuut is a term used in Nordic and Baltic folk-art discourse to describe wooden puppet figures carved from timber and used in storytelling and street theatre. The figures are typically anthropomorphic, with some animal motifs, and range in size from small hand puppets to larger stage puppets.
Origin and context are discussed in ethnographic writings as a tradition rooted in rural woodcarving and itinerant
Construction and design characteristics commonly noted include carving from hardwoods such as beech or birch, with
Performance usage typically encompasses puppetry, narrated stories, and ritual or festival theatre. Characters depicted range from
Contemporary status sees renewed interest among artisans and museums as aspects of traditional craftsmanship and folk