Folk art toy jointed puppet made of repurposed tin clock faces, c. late 19th century Folk art tin puppet of a top-hatted man with jointed limbs, c. late 19th century. Homemade toys of this kind are always a rare treat to find, but this one is exceptional in that the fellow is made from repurposed clock dials. One side reveals the chipped numerals of clock faces common to mid-19th century shelf clocks. The figure's limbs are jointed, allowing him to dance on command via a metal wire with a wooden handle. The toy has a handsome aged surface from decades of play and is ready for your shadow puppet theater. Found in upstate New York. Measurements 11.5 inches tall,14 inches wide with handle. Condition Good condition (and playable) condition with a great old surface. US Shipping $20 Courtesy Old As Adam Antiques oldasadam.com