DoLores Hadley "La Famille Marionettes" Auction
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Kansas City, MO 64105
Auction Dates and TimesSALE IS COMPLETED
Bidding Starts: Monday Aug 27
Bidding Ends: Sunday Sep 16
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Listing Information
DoLores Hadley was an artist, craftsperson, and performer in and around Kansas City for decades. We are honored and humbled to offer her works in this auction.

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DoLores Hadley Bio
DoLores Hadley "LaFamille Marionettes" creator DoLores Hadley (1926-99) was born in Kansas City, Missouri and died in Independence, Missouri. She began her puppet making endeavor by making gifts for her children on Christmas when she was a single m...

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Information about Puppets & Marionettes
DoLores knew that she, and her actors, would be using these marionettes up to ten (10) times a day. Because of this she made almost all of her marionettes out of paper mache. Paper mache is much lighter than wood and it was easier for her to work a...

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Bidding Information
Bidding is pretty simple, particularly if you've bid in an online auction before, but here's a quick rundown on some features that may be unfamiliar: Each lot in the auction is scheduled to close approximately 30 seconds apart. For example, Lot 1 is...

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Shipping Information
If you require shipping for your items, please let us know. Many of our non-local bidders have local friends or family pick their items up for them, or travel to Kansas City themselves for pick up, so we never assume a non-local address needs shippi...

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1973 DoLores Hadley's Worlds Of Fun Proposal
Handwritten and signed. This must have been her original proposal to Worlds Of Fun regarding her marionette show. It's dated January 1973 and references several of the marionettes and costumes we have in this auction. Each page measures 18" x 12".

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Character Paintings By DoLores Hadley #1. WOF
The numbers next to each character correspond to that character's appearance in the Worlds Of Fun (WOF) proposal in lot 3a. We can only assume that these paintings were part of DoLores' presentation. Signed DoLores at the lower right. Has toning, wea...

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Character Paintings By DoLores Hadley #2. WOF
The numbers next to each character correspond to that character's appearance in the Worlds Of Fun (WOF) proposal in lot 3a. We can only assume that these paintings were part of DoLores' presentation. Has toning, wear, and tears along edges. Measures ...

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Potpourri of Puppets, People & Puppets Backdrop
Painted backdrop for the 1993 season. There is significant damage to the upper left corner. 108" wide and 66" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding infor...

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Cabaret Des Comediennes Backdrop
Painted backdrop for Cabaret Des Comediennes. There is a tear from the top that is about 5" long. 108" wide and 60" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding...

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Forest Frolics Painted Backdrop 1979
The largest of the backdrops by far. Wear and tear to the edges. 192" wide by 138" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some fre...

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Russian Bear w/Cossack Hat & Sash. 1973 Marionette
The Russian Bear was created in 1973. He is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Jack Frost Ice Skater 1980 Marionette
Jack Frost was made in 1980 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offe...

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Paprika Brothers 1989 Marionettes
The Paprika Brothers were created in 1989. The unicycle rider is 38" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and d...

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Ma & Pa Hillbilly Guy & Gal 1975 Marionettes
Hillbilly Guy & Gal were made in 1975. Ma is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items ...

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Hobby Horse Girl 1983 Marionette
The Girl on Hobby Horse was made in 1983. The rockers are 26" across and she is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wea...

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Smokey the Hippie Dude 1976 Marionette
Smokey was made in 1976. I think that Smokey is a Sonny knock off and that the Indian Princess (lot 31) is a Cher knock off. He is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed u...

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Bear Trainer 1973 Marionette
You can see that the bear has won a few rounds with the trainer. He was made in 1973 and is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. ...

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3 Blind Mice & The Farmer's Wife 1983 Marionette
The 3 Blind Mice are 13" tall and their rod is 26" across. The Wife is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair...

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Floyd the Vendor 1989 Marionette
Floyd cracks me up. Every live show needs a vendor selling Rotten Eggs and Sperled Tomatoes to throw at the act. Floyd was made in 1989 and is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette...

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Ivy the Green Witch 1979 Marionette
Ivy has a lot of expression in her face. She was made in 1979 and is 35" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair a...

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Skinny Circus Fellow 1978 Marionette
The Skinny Circus Fellow was made in 1978 and is 37" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

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Set of 3 Worlds of Fun Clowns 1973 Marionette
The set of clowns was made in 1973. The purple clown with rod is 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and da...

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Medieval Girl 1981 Marionette
Medieval Girl was made in 1981 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being o...

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Plump Purple Witch 1979 Marionette
Plump Purple Witch was made in 1979 and is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Stick Horse Boy 1983 Marionette
Stick Horse Boy is really sweet, made in 1983 and is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mos...

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Doodles the Clown 1993 Marionette
Doodles was made in 1993. DoLores also made a full body costume which is being offered later in the auction. Doodles is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 sho...

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Stiltwalker 1981 Marionette
Stiltwalker was made in 1981. He is the heaviest marionette in the collection because of the wooden stilts. The stilts are 45" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 ...

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Pie Man 1975 Marionette
The Pie Maker was made in 1975 and is 35" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being o...

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Simple Simon 1975 Marionette
Simple Simon was made in 1975 and he is 26" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being...

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Cabbage Vendor 1981 Marionette
The Cabbage Vendor was made in 1981 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Castilian Woman 1975 Marionette
The Castilian Woman was made in 1975 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Castilian Dandy 1975 Marionette
The Castilian Dandy was made as a partner to the woman in 1975 and is 39" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair ...

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Dot 1974 Marionette
Dot was made in 1974 and has a lot of attitude. She is 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to m...

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Horse Costume 1982 Marionette
A funny marionette of a Horse Costume made in 1982. He is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage t...

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Little Red Riding Hood Big Bad Wolf Marionettes
Little Red Riding Hood and the Bid Bad Wolf marionettes were made in 1975. She is 23" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is w...

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Indian Princess 1976 Marionette
Indian Princess was made in 1976. I think the Princess is a Cher knock off and Smokey (lot 11) is a Sonny knock off. She is 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10...

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Bruce "Tranny Ballerina" 1986 Marionette
Bruce is a transvestite ballerina who was made in 1986. He is 26" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Frankie the Flapper 1980 Marionette
Frankie the Flapper is 32" tall and was made in 1980. Frankie is missing her hands. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, rep...

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Skeleton Dancers I 1980 Marionette
There are two Dancing Skeleton couples. Both were made in 1980. 44" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dam...

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Skeleton Dancers II 1980 Marionette
There are two Dancing Skeleton couples. Both were made in 1980. 44" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dam...

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Toy Soldier 1969 Marionette
One of the earliest marionettes in the auction. Toy Soldier was made in 1969. 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, ...

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Flamenco Bird Boy & Girl 1973 Marionette
The girl is 22" tall and both were made in 1973. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being ...

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Shaggy Dog 1981 Marionette
Cute doggie! Built in 1981 and is 32" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offer...

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Dracula 1980 Marionette
An iconic marionette! Dracula was made in 1980 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

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Undead Girl 1980 Marionette
Undead Girl was made in 1980 and is 25" tall. She is partially strung, but has no controls. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is w...

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2 Horses 1978 Marionette
Made in 1978 and they are 26" and 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offer...

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Horse Trainer 1978 Marionette
She trained the horses in lot 41. She was made in 1978 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Rooster & Hen 1977 Marionette
These were made in 1977 and the rooster is 21" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Pushme Pullyou Dr. DoLittle 1968 Marionette
Another of the early marionettes in tonight's auction. Made in 1968 and is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, re...

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5 Smile Cast Marionettes 1975-80 Marionette
These were made over several years and were the "Smile Cast." The clown was made in 1975 and is 27" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seas...

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Puppet Booth 1981 Marionette
This is a rather complicated marionette. This is a marionette of a puppet booth that was built in 1981 and is 39" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day d...

47
Juggling Clown 1969 Marionette
He has an exagerrated neck, was built in 1969 and is 25" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mos...

48
3 Various Marionettes Puppy Hippo Dancer
These are all in rough condition and are selling as a group. The puppy was made in 1975 and is 13" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seaso...

49
3 Dancing Ants (?) Marionette
Not sure what, or who, these are supposed to be. The strings are all broken and detached from the controls. They are approximately 18" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up...

50
Orange Clown & Circus Horse 1968 Marionette
These are both in rough condition and were made in 1968. The clown is 22" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair ...

51
Three Men in a Tub 1983
Made in 1983 and there is some damage. 28" across and 24" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

52
White Swan/Goose
A large puppet/figure. Has damage. 78" across. That's 6'6"! All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

53
Pair of Black Cats
These were meant to be stationary but the feathery tails have stick controls. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair an...

54
Girl in Pumpkin 1975
28" tall and made in 1975. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

55
Pilot in Gondola w/Clowns 1982
33" tall and made in 1982. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

56
Punch & Judy 1988 Hand Puppets
These are 16" tall and were made in 1988. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered...

57
Camel 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

58
Constable & Alligator 1988 Hand Puppets
Part of the Punch & Judy story. He is 16" tall and a hand and rod puppet and the gator is a hand puppet. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seaso...

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Mouse with Apron 1982 Hand Puppet
19" tall and made in 1982. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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2+1 Miscellaneous Marionettes Boy Puppy Girl
The girl isn't really a marionette but rather just her head. The boy is 17" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repai...

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PJ Panda 1981 Hand Puppet
22" tall and made in 1981. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Bear 1981 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 19" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

63
Character w/Crooked Nose Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 15" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

64
Tiki Character/Witch Doctor Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

65
Forest Creature 1979 Hand Puppet
21" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details...

66
Lion 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Character Head
Was mounted on a stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictur...

68
Snake 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 15" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the picture...

69
Group of Black Rats/Lemmings?
These are all mounted onto a board. One is separate. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

70
Punch & Judy 1974 Body Character
Punch is a body character and Judy is just her head on a stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

71
Group of 6 Blind Mice
These are all center rod figures. 16-18" tall plus sticks. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

72
Patches the Clown Body Character. 1985
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

73
Doodles the Clown Body Character. 1993
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

74
Beatrix Potter Mouse Body Character. 1975
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

75
Uncle Sam Body Character. 1976
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

76
Mother Goose Body Character. 1983
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

77
"Tacky" The Assistant. Body Character. 1982
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

78
"Dolores" Gypsy Woman Body Character. 1973
This is "DoLores" from the original story/idea board presented to World's of Fun. This character was sitting on the roof of the gypsy wagon in the early days of the show. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. La...

79
Puppet Master Body Character. 1982
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

80
"Chrissy" Girl Clown w/Parasol Body Character.1978
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

80
"Friendly Forest Flasher" Body Character. 1979
Comes with a large overcoat, shoes, gloves, nude-colored long johns, and a sign reading "hello there". All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. ...

81
"Alfalfa" Scarecrow Body Character. 1977
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

81
"Fiasco The Great" Body Character. 1975
Comes with three pairs of tuxedo pants, two tuxedo jackets with tails, three bowties, and a pair of suspenders. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the...

82
American Gothic Topsy Turvy Marionettes
These American Gothic figures are reversible. The insides look like hay stacks. There are control arms for each side. He is 27" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 ...

83
Bell Stage Prop
This is a neat stage prop in the form of a bell. 12 3/4" across the bottom. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and ...

84
Man in the Moon Stage Prop
The moon is hollow and the man is attached to a stick in the middle. He's out of round so he is 16" X 18" X 9" deep plus the stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 s...

85
Worlds of Fun Balloon Prop
8 1/4" across plus post. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictu...

86
15 Stage Sign Text Balloons
These are like the comic strip text balloons. There are 15 signs in this lot. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair an...

87
Bad Weather Signs
These were used to let people know that the show has been cancelled. One of the few things in this auction made from wood. 16" X 8" plus hooks. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performe...

88
LaFamille Storage Buckets
One of these held DoLores' air brushes. 9 3/4" across and 10 1/4" high. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

89
Painted Stage Signs
"The End" has a padded backer on it. The other signs are all just heavy posterboard. Each is approximately 14" X 25". All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day dur...

90
Painted Photo Cutouts Pre WOF
These were painted by DoLores Hadley on board, and were for the puppets. This pre-dates Worlds of Fun. Each panel is 11" X 21". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some b...

91
Dolores Hadley Acrylic Painting I
One of two acrylic paintings by DoLores in tonight's auction. Neither are signed and neither are completely finished. These are oil on canvas mounted on wood panels. 25" X 36" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and l...

92
DoLores Hadley Acrylic Painting II
One of two acrylic paintings by DoLores in tonight's auction. Neither are signed and neither are completely finished. These are oil on canvas mounted on wood panels. 25" X 36" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and l...

93
Bil Baird Original Drawing
This is an original pen and ink by Bil Baird. Initialled at the bottom. There are several items from Bil to DoLores in tonight's auction. The frame is 10 1/8" X 9 1/8" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick...

94
LaFamille Show Signs
I think these were made at the end of the season because they both have shows performed. There is a sign for "Forest Fiasco" and for "Sawdust & Sequins". These are 18" X 14 3/4". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and...

95
LaFamille "A Puppet Show" Painted Banner
A painted canvas banner for LaFamille A Puppet Show. There is soiling evident. 30" X 55". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some f...

96
3 Miscellaneous Puppet/Figures
The clown and monkey are both stick and rod puppets. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

97
7 Finished - Nearly Finished Heads
This is a lot of 7 heads that are in various stages of completeness. There are no bodies or other parts with any of these. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some biddin...

98
Large Lot of Body Parts
As shown. Unfinished. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

99
Throw Coins Painted Banner
11" X 14" plus tassel. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the picture...

100
Large Group of Damaged Marionettes
As shown. There are lots of good parts, and costume pieces, but there is damage to every single one of these in some fashion. The strings are so badly tangled together we weren't able to separate them for better photos. Shipping is available. Please...

101
Performing Tonight Sign
4" X 12". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

102
Group of Stage Props
As shown. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details...

103
Large Lot Of Human Performer Costumes/Fabric
As shown. Lots of miscellaneous pieces for humans, not marionettes. Dresses, blouses, shirts, pants, hats, gloves, etc. There is also unused fabric, as well as three La Famille storage bags (DoLores embroidered the logos on them). This group of clot...

104
Large Lot Ephemera-Promotional Material
Newspaper articles, brochures, flyers, and more. The pictures tell the story. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently as...

105
Group of 10 DoLores Hadley Business Cards & Label
There are several iterations of DoLores' business cards included and a label. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently as...

106
Puppeteers of America Painting & Pins
DoLores painted this sign stating membership of The Puppeteers of America. Also includes 3 pins from the same organization. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some biddi...

107
Jim Henson Kermit The Frog Autograph
A signed note that reads "To Anne + Dan'l Hi from Kermit the Frog & Jim Hensen." This is faded and looks to have been taped down. Not examined out of frame. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up informa...

108
Frank Paris (Howdy Doody) Letter
This is a letter from Frank Paris, creator of Howdy Doody, to DoLores that is on his stationary and retains the original envelope. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides som...

109
3 Bil Baird Signed Woodblocks Book & More
We believe that these were woodblock greeting cards created by Bil and sent to close friends, family and associates. There are three of these in this lot along with Bil's book "The Art of the Puppet" and a couple of related items. His distaste for Mu...

110
1936 or 1969 Trick Marionettes Book Draft
We are unsure if this is the original draft/manuscript for "Trick Marionettes" by Nicholas Nelson and JJ Hayes illustrated by Paul McPharlin, or if it's a redraw and rewrite from 1969 when this was given to DoLores from Beverly Stanford. Either way t...

111
Lot of 100s of Hadley LaFamille Pictures
Hundreds of photos ranging in size from slides up to 11" X 14". As shown. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked ...

112
The Paprika Brothers Tintype by Robert Szabo
This is a modern tintype photo of the Paprika Brothers by Robert Szabo. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked qu...

113
Collection of Letters by Puppeteers & Related
This is a group of letters from other puppeteers and industry people from through the years. Includes letters from Grace Morgan, Jim Gamble, The Puppeteers of America and many others. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping informatio...

114
Letters from MO Senators & Nelson-Atkins
I'm not sure how I feel about a puppeteer and magician being a politician but that's who Dr. Guss Salley was. This lot includes a letter and postcards from Guss, Bill Antoine and Jeanne Baldwin with the Nelson-Atkins. Shipping is available. Please ...

115
Lamar Hunt Letter to DoLores on WOF Stationary
This lot is for a letter to DoLores from Lamar Hunt on World's of Fun stationary along with a note from Lamar's secretary on KC Chiefs stationary. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lo...

116
Lamar Hunt Letter w/Magazine to DoLores
Another letter from Lamar Hunt to DoLores but this one includes the magazine that was mentioned and was sent directly to DoLores from Lamar's office at the Hunt Oil Company in Dallas, Texas. Funny that DoLores' name is misspelled on the envelope. S...

117
Blue Print for "The Puppet Wagon" 1972. +1
This is a copy of the original blueprint for the original Puppet Wagon. Also included are mimeographed copies of details. There is also a 1977 blueprint for a Worlds Of Fun Theater Building. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping i...

118
1937 Marionette Hobby-Craft Book
Torn seam and wear. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

119
Complete Book of Puppetry David Currell 1976
This is a 2nd edition of this book in wonderful condition. There was an outer cover on this book so the original dust jacket is brilliant and shiny. There is a chip and ding to the jacket at the top of the spine. Shipping is available. Please view ...

120
Die Welt im Puppenspiel Book 1972
A great coffee table book written in German. Excellent condition. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked question...

121
The Dwiggins Marionettes Theatre in Miniature Book
This is a hard to find book and this one has its original clear dust jacket with "Plays Inc." stickers affixed on the front and on the spine of the jacket. The jacket has yellowed a bit over the years. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for s...

122
Puppetry Books Magazines Etc
As shown. The Ringling Brothers poster is severely folded, creased and torn. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently ask...

123
DoLores' Drawings Sketches Scripts & Stage Notes
This is a large lot of notes, drawings, sketches, scripts, directions, and more that DoLores created over many years. DoLores attended Ward Belmont Women's College in Nashville, and later studied fashion illustration @ KCAI, but otherwise was comple...

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Listing Details
DoLores Hadley was an artist, craftsperson, and performer in and around Kansas City for decades. We are honored and humbled to offer her works in this auction.

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DoLores Hadley Bio
DoLores Hadley "LaFamille Marionettes" creator DoLores Hadley (1926-99) was born in Kansas City, Missouri and died in Independence, Missouri. She began her puppet making endeavor by making gifts for her children on Christmas when she was a single m...

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Information about Puppets & Marionettes
DoLores knew that she, and her actors, would be using these marionettes up to ten (10) times a day. Because of this she made almost all of her marionettes out of paper mache. Paper mache is much lighter than wood and it was easier for her to work a...

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Bidding Information
Bidding is pretty simple, particularly if you've bid in an online auction before, but here's a quick rundown on some features that may be unfamiliar: Each lot in the auction is scheduled to close approximately 30 seconds apart. For example, Lot 1 is...

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Shipping Information
If you require shipping for your items, please let us know. Many of our non-local bidders have local friends or family pick their items up for them, or travel to Kansas City themselves for pick up, so we never assume a non-local address needs shippi...

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1973 DoLores Hadley's Worlds Of Fun Proposal
Handwritten and signed. This must have been her original proposal to Worlds Of Fun regarding her marionette show. It's dated January 1973 and references several of the marionettes and costumes we have in this auction. Each page measures 18" x 12".

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Character Paintings By DoLores Hadley #1. WOF
The numbers next to each character correspond to that character's appearance in the Worlds Of Fun (WOF) proposal in lot 3a. We can only assume that these paintings were part of DoLores' presentation. Signed DoLores at the lower right. Has toning, wea...

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Character Paintings By DoLores Hadley #2. WOF
The numbers next to each character correspond to that character's appearance in the Worlds Of Fun (WOF) proposal in lot 3a. We can only assume that these paintings were part of DoLores' presentation. Has toning, wear, and tears along edges. Measures ...

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Potpourri of Puppets, People & Puppets Backdrop
Painted backdrop for the 1993 season. There is significant damage to the upper left corner. 108" wide and 66" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding infor...

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Cabaret Des Comediennes Backdrop
Painted backdrop for Cabaret Des Comediennes. There is a tear from the top that is about 5" long. 108" wide and 60" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding...

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Forest Frolics Painted Backdrop 1979
The largest of the backdrops by far. Wear and tear to the edges. 192" wide by 138" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some fre...

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Russian Bear w/Cossack Hat & Sash. 1973 Marionette
The Russian Bear was created in 1973. He is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Jack Frost Ice Skater 1980 Marionette
Jack Frost was made in 1980 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offe...

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Paprika Brothers 1989 Marionettes
The Paprika Brothers were created in 1989. The unicycle rider is 38" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and d...

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Ma & Pa Hillbilly Guy & Gal 1975 Marionettes
Hillbilly Guy & Gal were made in 1975. Ma is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items ...

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Hobby Horse Girl 1983 Marionette
The Girl on Hobby Horse was made in 1983. The rockers are 26" across and she is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wea...

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Smokey the Hippie Dude 1976 Marionette
Smokey was made in 1976. I think that Smokey is a Sonny knock off and that the Indian Princess (lot 31) is a Cher knock off. He is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed u...

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Bear Trainer 1973 Marionette
You can see that the bear has won a few rounds with the trainer. He was made in 1973 and is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. ...

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3 Blind Mice & The Farmer's Wife 1983 Marionette
The 3 Blind Mice are 13" tall and their rod is 26" across. The Wife is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair...

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Floyd the Vendor 1989 Marionette
Floyd cracks me up. Every live show needs a vendor selling Rotten Eggs and Sperled Tomatoes to throw at the act. Floyd was made in 1989 and is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette...

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Ivy the Green Witch 1979 Marionette
Ivy has a lot of expression in her face. She was made in 1979 and is 35" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair a...

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Skinny Circus Fellow 1978 Marionette
The Skinny Circus Fellow was made in 1978 and is 37" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

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Set of 3 Worlds of Fun Clowns 1973 Marionette
The set of clowns was made in 1973. The purple clown with rod is 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and da...

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Medieval Girl 1981 Marionette
Medieval Girl was made in 1981 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being o...

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Plump Purple Witch 1979 Marionette
Plump Purple Witch was made in 1979 and is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Stick Horse Boy 1983 Marionette
Stick Horse Boy is really sweet, made in 1983 and is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mos...

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Doodles the Clown 1993 Marionette
Doodles was made in 1993. DoLores also made a full body costume which is being offered later in the auction. Doodles is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 sho...

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Stiltwalker 1981 Marionette
Stiltwalker was made in 1981. He is the heaviest marionette in the collection because of the wooden stilts. The stilts are 45" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 ...

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Pie Man 1975 Marionette
The Pie Maker was made in 1975 and is 35" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being o...

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Simple Simon 1975 Marionette
Simple Simon was made in 1975 and he is 26" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being...

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Cabbage Vendor 1981 Marionette
The Cabbage Vendor was made in 1981 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Castilian Woman 1975 Marionette
The Castilian Woman was made in 1975 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Castilian Dandy 1975 Marionette
The Castilian Dandy was made as a partner to the woman in 1975 and is 39" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair ...

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Dot 1974 Marionette
Dot was made in 1974 and has a lot of attitude. She is 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to m...

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Horse Costume 1982 Marionette
A funny marionette of a Horse Costume made in 1982. He is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage t...

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Little Red Riding Hood Big Bad Wolf Marionettes
Little Red Riding Hood and the Bid Bad Wolf marionettes were made in 1975. She is 23" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is w...

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Indian Princess 1976 Marionette
Indian Princess was made in 1976. I think the Princess is a Cher knock off and Smokey (lot 11) is a Sonny knock off. She is 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10...

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Bruce "Tranny Ballerina" 1986 Marionette
Bruce is a transvestite ballerina who was made in 1986. He is 26" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Frankie the Flapper 1980 Marionette
Frankie the Flapper is 32" tall and was made in 1980. Frankie is missing her hands. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, rep...

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Skeleton Dancers I 1980 Marionette
There are two Dancing Skeleton couples. Both were made in 1980. 44" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dam...

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Skeleton Dancers II 1980 Marionette
There are two Dancing Skeleton couples. Both were made in 1980. 44" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dam...

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Toy Soldier 1969 Marionette
One of the earliest marionettes in the auction. Toy Soldier was made in 1969. 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, ...

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Flamenco Bird Boy & Girl 1973 Marionette
The girl is 22" tall and both were made in 1973. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being ...

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Shaggy Dog 1981 Marionette
Cute doggie! Built in 1981 and is 32" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offer...

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Dracula 1980 Marionette
An iconic marionette! Dracula was made in 1980 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

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Undead Girl 1980 Marionette
Undead Girl was made in 1980 and is 25" tall. She is partially strung, but has no controls. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is w...

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2 Horses 1978 Marionette
Made in 1978 and they are 26" and 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offer...

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Horse Trainer 1978 Marionette
She trained the horses in lot 41. She was made in 1978 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Rooster & Hen 1977 Marionette
These were made in 1977 and the rooster is 21" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Pushme Pullyou Dr. DoLittle 1968 Marionette
Another of the early marionettes in tonight's auction. Made in 1968 and is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, re...

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5 Smile Cast Marionettes 1975-80 Marionette
These were made over several years and were the "Smile Cast." The clown was made in 1975 and is 27" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seas...

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Puppet Booth 1981 Marionette
This is a rather complicated marionette. This is a marionette of a puppet booth that was built in 1981 and is 39" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day d...

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Juggling Clown 1969 Marionette
He has an exagerrated neck, was built in 1969 and is 25" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mos...

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3 Various Marionettes Puppy Hippo Dancer
These are all in rough condition and are selling as a group. The puppy was made in 1975 and is 13" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seaso...

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3 Dancing Ants (?) Marionette
Not sure what, or who, these are supposed to be. The strings are all broken and detached from the controls. They are approximately 18" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up...

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Orange Clown & Circus Horse 1968 Marionette
These are both in rough condition and were made in 1968. The clown is 22" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair ...

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Three Men in a Tub 1983
Made in 1983 and there is some damage. 28" across and 24" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

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White Swan/Goose
A large puppet/figure. Has damage. 78" across. That's 6'6"! All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

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Pair of Black Cats
These were meant to be stationary but the feathery tails have stick controls. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair an...

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Girl in Pumpkin 1975
28" tall and made in 1975. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Pilot in Gondola w/Clowns 1982
33" tall and made in 1982. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Punch & Judy 1988 Hand Puppets
These are 16" tall and were made in 1988. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered...

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Camel 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Constable & Alligator 1988 Hand Puppets
Part of the Punch & Judy story. He is 16" tall and a hand and rod puppet and the gator is a hand puppet. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seaso...

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Mouse with Apron 1982 Hand Puppet
19" tall and made in 1982. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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2+1 Miscellaneous Marionettes Boy Puppy Girl
The girl isn't really a marionette but rather just her head. The boy is 17" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repai...

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PJ Panda 1981 Hand Puppet
22" tall and made in 1981. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Bear 1981 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 19" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Character w/Crooked Nose Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 15" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Tiki Character/Witch Doctor Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Forest Creature 1979 Hand Puppet
21" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details...

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Lion 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Character Head
Was mounted on a stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictur...

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Snake 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 15" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the picture...

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Group of Black Rats/Lemmings?
These are all mounted onto a board. One is separate. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

70
Punch & Judy 1974 Body Character
Punch is a body character and Judy is just her head on a stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

71
Group of 6 Blind Mice
These are all center rod figures. 16-18" tall plus sticks. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

72
Patches the Clown Body Character. 1985
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

73
Doodles the Clown Body Character. 1993
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

74
Beatrix Potter Mouse Body Character. 1975
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

75
Uncle Sam Body Character. 1976
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

76
Mother Goose Body Character. 1983
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

77
"Tacky" The Assistant. Body Character. 1982
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

78
"Dolores" Gypsy Woman Body Character. 1973
This is "DoLores" from the original story/idea board presented to World's of Fun. This character was sitting on the roof of the gypsy wagon in the early days of the show. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. La...

79
Puppet Master Body Character. 1982
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

80
"Chrissy" Girl Clown w/Parasol Body Character.1978
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

80
"Friendly Forest Flasher" Body Character. 1979
Comes with a large overcoat, shoes, gloves, nude-colored long johns, and a sign reading "hello there". All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. ...

81
"Alfalfa" Scarecrow Body Character. 1977
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

81
"Fiasco The Great" Body Character. 1975
Comes with three pairs of tuxedo pants, two tuxedo jackets with tails, three bowties, and a pair of suspenders. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the...

82
American Gothic Topsy Turvy Marionettes
These American Gothic figures are reversible. The insides look like hay stacks. There are control arms for each side. He is 27" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 ...

83
Bell Stage Prop
This is a neat stage prop in the form of a bell. 12 3/4" across the bottom. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and ...

84
Man in the Moon Stage Prop
The moon is hollow and the man is attached to a stick in the middle. He's out of round so he is 16" X 18" X 9" deep plus the stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 s...

85
Worlds of Fun Balloon Prop
8 1/4" across plus post. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictu...

86
15 Stage Sign Text Balloons
These are like the comic strip text balloons. There are 15 signs in this lot. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair an...

87
Bad Weather Signs
These were used to let people know that the show has been cancelled. One of the few things in this auction made from wood. 16" X 8" plus hooks. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performe...

88
LaFamille Storage Buckets
One of these held DoLores' air brushes. 9 3/4" across and 10 1/4" high. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

89
Painted Stage Signs
"The End" has a padded backer on it. The other signs are all just heavy posterboard. Each is approximately 14" X 25". All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day dur...

90
Painted Photo Cutouts Pre WOF
These were painted by DoLores Hadley on board, and were for the puppets. This pre-dates Worlds of Fun. Each panel is 11" X 21". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some b...

91
Dolores Hadley Acrylic Painting I
One of two acrylic paintings by DoLores in tonight's auction. Neither are signed and neither are completely finished. These are oil on canvas mounted on wood panels. 25" X 36" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and l...

92
DoLores Hadley Acrylic Painting II
One of two acrylic paintings by DoLores in tonight's auction. Neither are signed and neither are completely finished. These are oil on canvas mounted on wood panels. 25" X 36" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and l...

93
Bil Baird Original Drawing
This is an original pen and ink by Bil Baird. Initialled at the bottom. There are several items from Bil to DoLores in tonight's auction. The frame is 10 1/8" X 9 1/8" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick...

94
LaFamille Show Signs
I think these were made at the end of the season because they both have shows performed. There is a sign for "Forest Fiasco" and for "Sawdust & Sequins". These are 18" X 14 3/4". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and...

95
LaFamille "A Puppet Show" Painted Banner
A painted canvas banner for LaFamille A Puppet Show. There is soiling evident. 30" X 55". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some f...

96
3 Miscellaneous Puppet/Figures
The clown and monkey are both stick and rod puppets. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

97
7 Finished - Nearly Finished Heads
This is a lot of 7 heads that are in various stages of completeness. There are no bodies or other parts with any of these. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some biddin...

98
Large Lot of Body Parts
As shown. Unfinished. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

99
Throw Coins Painted Banner
11" X 14" plus tassel. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the picture...

100
Large Group of Damaged Marionettes
As shown. There are lots of good parts, and costume pieces, but there is damage to every single one of these in some fashion. The strings are so badly tangled together we weren't able to separate them for better photos. Shipping is available. Please...

101
Performing Tonight Sign
4" X 12". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

102
Group of Stage Props
As shown. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details...

103
Large Lot Of Human Performer Costumes/Fabric
As shown. Lots of miscellaneous pieces for humans, not marionettes. Dresses, blouses, shirts, pants, hats, gloves, etc. There is also unused fabric, as well as three La Famille storage bags (DoLores embroidered the logos on them). This group of clot...

104
Large Lot Ephemera-Promotional Material
Newspaper articles, brochures, flyers, and more. The pictures tell the story. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently as...

105
Group of 10 DoLores Hadley Business Cards & Label
There are several iterations of DoLores' business cards included and a label. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently as...

106
Puppeteers of America Painting & Pins
DoLores painted this sign stating membership of The Puppeteers of America. Also includes 3 pins from the same organization. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some biddi...

107
Jim Henson Kermit The Frog Autograph
A signed note that reads "To Anne + Dan'l Hi from Kermit the Frog & Jim Hensen." This is faded and looks to have been taped down. Not examined out of frame. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up informa...

108
Frank Paris (Howdy Doody) Letter
This is a letter from Frank Paris, creator of Howdy Doody, to DoLores that is on his stationary and retains the original envelope. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides som...

109
3 Bil Baird Signed Woodblocks Book & More
We believe that these were woodblock greeting cards created by Bil and sent to close friends, family and associates. There are three of these in this lot along with Bil's book "The Art of the Puppet" and a couple of related items. His distaste for Mu...

110
1936 or 1969 Trick Marionettes Book Draft
We are unsure if this is the original draft/manuscript for "Trick Marionettes" by Nicholas Nelson and JJ Hayes illustrated by Paul McPharlin, or if it's a redraw and rewrite from 1969 when this was given to DoLores from Beverly Stanford. Either way t...

111
Lot of 100s of Hadley LaFamille Pictures
Hundreds of photos ranging in size from slides up to 11" X 14". As shown. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked ...

112
The Paprika Brothers Tintype by Robert Szabo
This is a modern tintype photo of the Paprika Brothers by Robert Szabo. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked qu...

113
Collection of Letters by Puppeteers & Related
This is a group of letters from other puppeteers and industry people from through the years. Includes letters from Grace Morgan, Jim Gamble, The Puppeteers of America and many others. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping informatio...

114
Letters from MO Senators & Nelson-Atkins
I'm not sure how I feel about a puppeteer and magician being a politician but that's who Dr. Guss Salley was. This lot includes a letter and postcards from Guss, Bill Antoine and Jeanne Baldwin with the Nelson-Atkins. Shipping is available. Please ...

115
Lamar Hunt Letter to DoLores on WOF Stationary
This lot is for a letter to DoLores from Lamar Hunt on World's of Fun stationary along with a note from Lamar's secretary on KC Chiefs stationary. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lo...

116
Lamar Hunt Letter w/Magazine to DoLores
Another letter from Lamar Hunt to DoLores but this one includes the magazine that was mentioned and was sent directly to DoLores from Lamar's office at the Hunt Oil Company in Dallas, Texas. Funny that DoLores' name is misspelled on the envelope. S...

117
Blue Print for "The Puppet Wagon" 1972. +1
This is a copy of the original blueprint for the original Puppet Wagon. Also included are mimeographed copies of details. There is also a 1977 blueprint for a Worlds Of Fun Theater Building. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping i...

118
1937 Marionette Hobby-Craft Book
Torn seam and wear. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

119
Complete Book of Puppetry David Currell 1976
This is a 2nd edition of this book in wonderful condition. There was an outer cover on this book so the original dust jacket is brilliant and shiny. There is a chip and ding to the jacket at the top of the spine. Shipping is available. Please view ...

120
Die Welt im Puppenspiel Book 1972
A great coffee table book written in German. Excellent condition. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked question...

121
The Dwiggins Marionettes Theatre in Miniature Book
This is a hard to find book and this one has its original clear dust jacket with "Plays Inc." stickers affixed on the front and on the spine of the jacket. The jacket has yellowed a bit over the years. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for s...

122
Puppetry Books Magazines Etc
As shown. The Ringling Brothers poster is severely folded, creased and torn. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently ask...

123
DoLores' Drawings Sketches Scripts & Stage Notes
This is a large lot of notes, drawings, sketches, scripts, directions, and more that DoLores created over many years. DoLores attended Ward Belmont Women's College in Nashville, and later studied fashion illustration @ KCAI, but otherwise was comple...

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DoLores Hadley "La Famille Marionettes" Auction
 Online Only Auction
Auction Date(s)
Bidding Starts: Monday Aug 27
Bidding Ends: Sunday Sep 16
Auction Location

Kansas City, MO 64105
Company
KC Auction & Appraisal Company

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DoLores Hadley was an artist, craftsperson, and performer in and around Kansas City for decades. We are honored and humbled to offer her works in this auction.

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DoLores Hadley Bio
DoLores Hadley "LaFamille Marionettes" creator DoLores Hadley (1926-99) was born in Kansas City, Missouri and died in Independence, Missouri. She began her puppet making endeavor by making gifts for her children on Christmas when she was a single m...

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Information about Puppets & Marionettes
DoLores knew that she, and her actors, would be using these marionettes up to ten (10) times a day. Because of this she made almost all of her marionettes out of paper mache. Paper mache is much lighter than wood and it was easier for her to work a...

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Bidding Information
Bidding is pretty simple, particularly if you've bid in an online auction before, but here's a quick rundown on some features that may be unfamiliar: Each lot in the auction is scheduled to close approximately 30 seconds apart. For example, Lot 1 is...

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Shipping Information
If you require shipping for your items, please let us know. Many of our non-local bidders have local friends or family pick their items up for them, or travel to Kansas City themselves for pick up, so we never assume a non-local address needs shippi...

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1973 DoLores Hadley's Worlds Of Fun Proposal
Handwritten and signed. This must have been her original proposal to Worlds Of Fun regarding her marionette show. It's dated January 1973 and references several of the marionettes and costumes we have in this auction. Each page measures 18" x 12".

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Character Paintings By DoLores Hadley #1. WOF
The numbers next to each character correspond to that character's appearance in the Worlds Of Fun (WOF) proposal in lot 3a. We can only assume that these paintings were part of DoLores' presentation. Signed DoLores at the lower right. Has toning, wea...

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Character Paintings By DoLores Hadley #2. WOF
The numbers next to each character correspond to that character's appearance in the Worlds Of Fun (WOF) proposal in lot 3a. We can only assume that these paintings were part of DoLores' presentation. Has toning, wear, and tears along edges. Measures ...

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Potpourri of Puppets, People & Puppets Backdrop
Painted backdrop for the 1993 season. There is significant damage to the upper left corner. 108" wide and 66" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding infor...

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Cabaret Des Comediennes Backdrop
Painted backdrop for Cabaret Des Comediennes. There is a tear from the top that is about 5" long. 108" wide and 60" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding...

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Forest Frolics Painted Backdrop 1979
The largest of the backdrops by far. Wear and tear to the edges. 192" wide by 138" tall. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some fre...

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Russian Bear w/Cossack Hat & Sash. 1973 Marionette
The Russian Bear was created in 1973. He is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Jack Frost Ice Skater 1980 Marionette
Jack Frost was made in 1980 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offe...

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Paprika Brothers 1989 Marionettes
The Paprika Brothers were created in 1989. The unicycle rider is 38" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and d...

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Ma & Pa Hillbilly Guy & Gal 1975 Marionettes
Hillbilly Guy & Gal were made in 1975. Ma is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items ...

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Hobby Horse Girl 1983 Marionette
The Girl on Hobby Horse was made in 1983. The rockers are 26" across and she is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wea...

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Smokey the Hippie Dude 1976 Marionette
Smokey was made in 1976. I think that Smokey is a Sonny knock off and that the Indian Princess (lot 31) is a Cher knock off. He is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed u...

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Bear Trainer 1973 Marionette
You can see that the bear has won a few rounds with the trainer. He was made in 1973 and is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. ...

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3 Blind Mice & The Farmer's Wife 1983 Marionette
The 3 Blind Mice are 13" tall and their rod is 26" across. The Wife is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair...

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Floyd the Vendor 1989 Marionette
Floyd cracks me up. Every live show needs a vendor selling Rotten Eggs and Sperled Tomatoes to throw at the act. Floyd was made in 1989 and is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette...

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Ivy the Green Witch 1979 Marionette
Ivy has a lot of expression in her face. She was made in 1979 and is 35" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair a...

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Skinny Circus Fellow 1978 Marionette
The Skinny Circus Fellow was made in 1978 and is 37" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

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Set of 3 Worlds of Fun Clowns 1973 Marionette
The set of clowns was made in 1973. The purple clown with rod is 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and da...

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Medieval Girl 1981 Marionette
Medieval Girl was made in 1981 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being o...

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Plump Purple Witch 1979 Marionette
Plump Purple Witch was made in 1979 and is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Stick Horse Boy 1983 Marionette
Stick Horse Boy is really sweet, made in 1983 and is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mos...

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Doodles the Clown 1993 Marionette
Doodles was made in 1993. DoLores also made a full body costume which is being offered later in the auction. Doodles is 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 sho...

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Stiltwalker 1981 Marionette
Stiltwalker was made in 1981. He is the heaviest marionette in the collection because of the wooden stilts. The stilts are 45" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 ...

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Pie Man 1975 Marionette
The Pie Maker was made in 1975 and is 35" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being o...

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Simple Simon 1975 Marionette
Simple Simon was made in 1975 and he is 26" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being...

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Cabbage Vendor 1981 Marionette
The Cabbage Vendor was made in 1981 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Castilian Woman 1975 Marionette
The Castilian Woman was made in 1975 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Castilian Dandy 1975 Marionette
The Castilian Dandy was made as a partner to the woman in 1975 and is 39" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair ...

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Dot 1974 Marionette
Dot was made in 1974 and has a lot of attitude. She is 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to m...

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Horse Costume 1982 Marionette
A funny marionette of a Horse Costume made in 1982. He is 31" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage t...

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Little Red Riding Hood Big Bad Wolf Marionettes
Little Red Riding Hood and the Bid Bad Wolf marionettes were made in 1975. She is 23" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is w...

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Indian Princess 1976 Marionette
Indian Princess was made in 1976. I think the Princess is a Cher knock off and Smokey (lot 11) is a Sonny knock off. She is 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10...

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Bruce "Tranny Ballerina" 1986 Marionette
Bruce is a transvestite ballerina who was made in 1986. He is 26" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Frankie the Flapper 1980 Marionette
Frankie the Flapper is 32" tall and was made in 1980. Frankie is missing her hands. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, rep...

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Skeleton Dancers I 1980 Marionette
There are two Dancing Skeleton couples. Both were made in 1980. 44" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dam...

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Skeleton Dancers II 1980 Marionette
There are two Dancing Skeleton couples. Both were made in 1980. 44" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dam...

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Toy Soldier 1969 Marionette
One of the earliest marionettes in the auction. Toy Soldier was made in 1969. 30" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, ...

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Flamenco Bird Boy & Girl 1973 Marionette
The girl is 22" tall and both were made in 1973. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being ...

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Shaggy Dog 1981 Marionette
Cute doggie! Built in 1981 and is 32" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offer...

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Dracula 1980 Marionette
An iconic marionette! Dracula was made in 1980 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

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Undead Girl 1980 Marionette
Undead Girl was made in 1980 and is 25" tall. She is partially strung, but has no controls. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is w...

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2 Horses 1978 Marionette
Made in 1978 and they are 26" and 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offer...

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Horse Trainer 1978 Marionette
She trained the horses in lot 41. She was made in 1978 and is 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Rooster & Hen 1977 Marionette
These were made in 1977 and the rooster is 21" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items be...

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Pushme Pullyou Dr. DoLittle 1968 Marionette
Another of the early marionettes in tonight's auction. Made in 1968 and is 28" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, re...

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5 Smile Cast Marionettes 1975-80 Marionette
These were made over several years and were the "Smile Cast." The clown was made in 1975 and is 27" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seas...

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Puppet Booth 1981 Marionette
This is a rather complicated marionette. This is a marionette of a puppet booth that was built in 1981 and is 39" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day d...

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Juggling Clown 1969 Marionette
He has an exagerrated neck, was built in 1969 and is 25" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mos...

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3 Various Marionettes Puppy Hippo Dancer
These are all in rough condition and are selling as a group. The puppy was made in 1975 and is 13" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seaso...

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3 Dancing Ants (?) Marionette
Not sure what, or who, these are supposed to be. The strings are all broken and detached from the controls. They are approximately 18" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up...

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Orange Clown & Circus Horse 1968 Marionette
These are both in rough condition and were made in 1968. The clown is 22" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair ...

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Three Men in a Tub 1983
Made in 1983 and there is some damage. 28" across and 24" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

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White Swan/Goose
A large puppet/figure. Has damage. 78" across. That's 6'6"! All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

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Pair of Black Cats
These were meant to be stationary but the feathery tails have stick controls. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair an...

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Girl in Pumpkin 1975
28" tall and made in 1975. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Pilot in Gondola w/Clowns 1982
33" tall and made in 1982. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Punch & Judy 1988 Hand Puppets
These are 16" tall and were made in 1988. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered...

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Camel 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 36" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Constable & Alligator 1988 Hand Puppets
Part of the Punch & Judy story. He is 16" tall and a hand and rod puppet and the gator is a hand puppet. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the seaso...

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Mouse with Apron 1982 Hand Puppet
19" tall and made in 1982. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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2+1 Miscellaneous Marionettes Boy Puppy Girl
The girl isn't really a marionette but rather just her head. The boy is 17" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repai...

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PJ Panda 1981 Hand Puppet
22" tall and made in 1981. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pic...

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Bear 1981 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 19" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Character w/Crooked Nose Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 15" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Tiki Character/Witch Doctor Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 34" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Forest Creature 1979 Hand Puppet
21" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details...

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Lion 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 29" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures...

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Character Head
Was mounted on a stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictur...

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Snake 1978 Hand Puppet
Hand puppet. 15" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the picture...

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Group of Black Rats/Lemmings?
These are all mounted onto a board. One is separate. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

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Punch & Judy 1974 Body Character
Punch is a body character and Judy is just her head on a stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to mo...

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Group of 6 Blind Mice
These are all center rod figures. 16-18" tall plus sticks. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most it...

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Patches the Clown Body Character. 1985
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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Doodles the Clown Body Character. 1993
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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Beatrix Potter Mouse Body Character. 1975
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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Uncle Sam Body Character. 1976
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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Mother Goose Body Character. 1983
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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"Tacky" The Assistant. Body Character. 1982
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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"Dolores" Gypsy Woman Body Character. 1973
This is "DoLores" from the original story/idea board presented to World's of Fun. This character was sitting on the roof of the gypsy wagon in the early days of the show. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. La...

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Puppet Master Body Character. 1982
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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"Chrissy" Girl Clown w/Parasol Body Character.1978
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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"Friendly Forest Flasher" Body Character. 1979
Comes with a large overcoat, shoes, gloves, nude-colored long johns, and a sign reading "hello there". All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. ...

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"Alfalfa" Scarecrow Body Character. 1977
All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details. Shipping...

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"Fiasco The Great" Body Character. 1975
Comes with three pairs of tuxedo pants, two tuxedo jackets with tails, three bowties, and a pair of suspenders. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the...

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American Gothic Topsy Turvy Marionettes
These American Gothic figures are reversible. The insides look like hay stacks. There are control arms for each side. He is 27" tall. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 ...

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Bell Stage Prop
This is a neat stage prop in the form of a bell. 12 3/4" across the bottom. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and ...

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Man in the Moon Stage Prop
The moon is hollow and the man is attached to a stick in the middle. He's out of round so he is 16" X 18" X 9" deep plus the stick. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 s...

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Worlds of Fun Balloon Prop
8 1/4" across plus post. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictu...

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15 Stage Sign Text Balloons
These are like the comic strip text balloons. There are 15 signs in this lot. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair an...

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Bad Weather Signs
These were used to let people know that the show has been cancelled. One of the few things in this auction made from wood. 16" X 8" plus hooks. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performe...

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LaFamille Storage Buckets
One of these held DoLores' air brushes. 9 3/4" across and 10 1/4" high. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and dama...

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Painted Stage Signs
"The End" has a padded backer on it. The other signs are all just heavy posterboard. Each is approximately 14" X 25". All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day dur...

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Painted Photo Cutouts Pre WOF
These were painted by DoLores Hadley on board, and were for the puppets. This pre-dates Worlds of Fun. Each panel is 11" X 21". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some b...

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Dolores Hadley Acrylic Painting I
One of two acrylic paintings by DoLores in tonight's auction. Neither are signed and neither are completely finished. These are oil on canvas mounted on wood panels. 25" X 36" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and l...

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DoLores Hadley Acrylic Painting II
One of two acrylic paintings by DoLores in tonight's auction. Neither are signed and neither are completely finished. These are oil on canvas mounted on wood panels. 25" X 36" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and l...

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Bil Baird Original Drawing
This is an original pen and ink by Bil Baird. Initialled at the bottom. There are several items from Bil to DoLores in tonight's auction. The frame is 10 1/8" X 9 1/8" Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick...

94
LaFamille Show Signs
I think these were made at the end of the season because they both have shows performed. There is a sign for "Forest Fiasco" and for "Sawdust & Sequins". These are 18" X 14 3/4". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and...

95
LaFamille "A Puppet Show" Painted Banner
A painted canvas banner for LaFamille A Puppet Show. There is soiling evident. 30" X 55". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some f...

96
3 Miscellaneous Puppet/Figures
The clown and monkey are both stick and rod puppets. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items bei...

97
7 Finished - Nearly Finished Heads
This is a lot of 7 heads that are in various stages of completeness. There are no bodies or other parts with any of these. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some biddin...

98
Large Lot of Body Parts
As shown. Unfinished. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

99
Throw Coins Painted Banner
11" X 14" plus tassel. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the picture...

100
Large Group of Damaged Marionettes
As shown. There are lots of good parts, and costume pieces, but there is damage to every single one of these in some fashion. The strings are so badly tangled together we weren't able to separate them for better photos. Shipping is available. Please...

101
Performing Tonight Sign
4" X 12". Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

102
Group of Stage Props
As shown. All of these pieces were made to be used, and they were, on a daily basis. LaFamille Marionette performed up to 10 shows a day during the season. There is wear, repair and damage to most items being offered. Study the pictures for details...

103
Large Lot Of Human Performer Costumes/Fabric
As shown. Lots of miscellaneous pieces for humans, not marionettes. Dresses, blouses, shirts, pants, hats, gloves, etc. There is also unused fabric, as well as three La Famille storage bags (DoLores embroidered the logos on them). This group of clot...

104
Large Lot Ephemera-Promotional Material
Newspaper articles, brochures, flyers, and more. The pictures tell the story. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently as...

105
Group of 10 DoLores Hadley Business Cards & Label
There are several iterations of DoLores' business cards included and a label. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently as...

106
Puppeteers of America Painting & Pins
DoLores painted this sign stating membership of The Puppeteers of America. Also includes 3 pins from the same organization. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some biddi...

107
Jim Henson Kermit The Frog Autograph
A signed note that reads "To Anne + Dan'l Hi from Kermit the Frog & Jim Hensen." This is faded and looks to have been taped down. Not examined out of frame. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up informa...

108
Frank Paris (Howdy Doody) Letter
This is a letter from Frank Paris, creator of Howdy Doody, to DoLores that is on his stationary and retains the original envelope. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides som...

109
3 Bil Baird Signed Woodblocks Book & More
We believe that these were woodblock greeting cards created by Bil and sent to close friends, family and associates. There are three of these in this lot along with Bil's book "The Art of the Puppet" and a couple of related items. His distaste for Mu...

110
1936 or 1969 Trick Marionettes Book Draft
We are unsure if this is the original draft/manuscript for "Trick Marionettes" by Nicholas Nelson and JJ Hayes illustrated by Paul McPharlin, or if it's a redraw and rewrite from 1969 when this was given to DoLores from Beverly Stanford. Either way t...

111
Lot of 100s of Hadley LaFamille Pictures
Hundreds of photos ranging in size from slides up to 11" X 14". As shown. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked ...

112
The Paprika Brothers Tintype by Robert Szabo
This is a modern tintype photo of the Paprika Brothers by Robert Szabo. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked qu...

113
Collection of Letters by Puppeteers & Related
This is a group of letters from other puppeteers and industry people from through the years. Includes letters from Grace Morgan, Jim Gamble, The Puppeteers of America and many others. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping informatio...

114
Letters from MO Senators & Nelson-Atkins
I'm not sure how I feel about a puppeteer and magician being a politician but that's who Dr. Guss Salley was. This lot includes a letter and postcards from Guss, Bill Antoine and Jeanne Baldwin with the Nelson-Atkins. Shipping is available. Please ...

115
Lamar Hunt Letter to DoLores on WOF Stationary
This lot is for a letter to DoLores from Lamar Hunt on World's of Fun stationary along with a note from Lamar's secretary on KC Chiefs stationary. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lo...

116
Lamar Hunt Letter w/Magazine to DoLores
Another letter from Lamar Hunt to DoLores but this one includes the magazine that was mentioned and was sent directly to DoLores from Lamar's office at the Hunt Oil Company in Dallas, Texas. Funny that DoLores' name is misspelled on the envelope. S...

117
Blue Print for "The Puppet Wagon" 1972. +1
This is a copy of the original blueprint for the original Puppet Wagon. Also included are mimeographed copies of details. There is also a 1977 blueprint for a Worlds Of Fun Theater Building. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping i...

118
1937 Marionette Hobby-Craft Book
Torn seam and wear. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked questions.

119
Complete Book of Puppetry David Currell 1976
This is a 2nd edition of this book in wonderful condition. There was an outer cover on this book so the original dust jacket is brilliant and shiny. There is a chip and ding to the jacket at the top of the spine. Shipping is available. Please view ...

120
Die Welt im Puppenspiel Book 1972
A great coffee table book written in German. Excellent condition. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently asked question...

121
The Dwiggins Marionettes Theatre in Miniature Book
This is a hard to find book and this one has its original clear dust jacket with "Plays Inc." stickers affixed on the front and on the spine of the jacket. The jacket has yellowed a bit over the years. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for s...

122
Puppetry Books Magazines Etc
As shown. The Ringling Brothers poster is severely folded, creased and torn. Shipping is available. Please view Lot 3 for shipping information and local pick up information. Lot 2 provides some bidding information, and answers some frequently ask...

123
DoLores' Drawings Sketches Scripts & Stage Notes
This is a large lot of notes, drawings, sketches, scripts, directions, and more that DoLores created over many years. DoLores attended Ward Belmont Women's College in Nashville, and later studied fashion illustration @ KCAI, but otherwise was comple...