A Victorian circus poster with joints: teal shirt, red trunks, a weight in each hand, a grin that says they weigh nothing. The original character of the line — he's been selling since 2012, longer than anything else we make in wood.
He's got the mustache, the muscles, and the attitude. This wooden strongman puppet is built on a classic vintage circus aesthetic — bold graphics, articulated joints, and a character that reads from across the room. At 13 inches tall, he holds his own on a gallery wall, a bookshelf, or a desk. Pose the arms and legs by hand, hang him up, and let him do the rest.
Each piece is cut, printed, and hand-assembled in our workshop in Cherkasy, Ukraine. The design is printed directly onto plywood, so the wood grain shows through the color — that's what gives it warmth a mass-produced figure never has. No two come out exactly alike.
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A Victorian circus poster with joints: teal shirt, red trunks, a weight in each hand, a grin that says they weigh nothing. The original character of the line — he's been selling since 2012, longer than anything else we make in wood.
He's got the mustache, the muscles, and the attitude. This wooden strongman puppet is built on a classic vintage circus aesthetic — bold graphics, articulated joints, and a character that reads from across the room. At 13 inches tall, he holds his own on a gallery wall, a bookshelf, or a desk. Pose the arms and legs by hand, hang him up, and let him do the rest.
Each piece is cut, printed, and hand-assembled in our workshop in Cherkasy, Ukraine. The design is printed directly onto plywood, so the wood grain shows through the color — that's what gives it warmth a mass-produced figure never has. No two come out exactly alike.
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Thank you so much for this whimsical body builder. Love his curly chest hairs, his curly mustache, his haircut, and the clothes he is wearing!!! He is just what I was looking for. Thank you for your communication, speedy delivery, and well packaged item.
Absolutely gorgeous, fantastic craftsmanship. Love it!!
A beautiful piece of folk art. I'm very pleased with this marionette. Thank you!
I liked this design!Thank you!
This was a Christmas present for my husband, who works out with kettlebells. He loved it! Item is exactly as pictured/described, was packaged well for the long journey, and is sturdy for display (either standing or hanging).
WE WANT MORE!!!! Thank you
Yes, great service. I loved it. The only things was that where his willy is, the paper had turned up slightly from shipping. I've managed to push it back down and still looks ok. I would recommend the little man. He adds some cute to my office.
Love! It looks great and is a great product!
A lovely item that I hope to treasure for years to come.
Hello and greetings from Bulgaria :) nI'm very pleased with the purchase. It's obvious that the doll was made with care and attention to detail. Something in it reminds me of my childhood. Delivery was very fast. nKeep up the good work :)
Hello and greetings from Bulgaria :) nI'm very pleased with the purchase. It's obvious that the doll was made with care and attention to detail. Something in it reminds me of my childhood. Delivery was very fast. nKeep up the good work :)
is a wonderful marionette!! thanks a lot!!
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