Hand Puppet "Punch" c. 1936

"Hand Puppet 'Punch'" is a watercolor on paper artwork created by William Kerby in c. 1936. The artwork depicts a traditional Punch puppet in a green costume with a red collar, black trousers, and a blue hat, as seen in the classic English Punch and Judy puppet show. The artwork highlights the exaggerated features of the puppet, including its large head, comical expression, and prominent nose, typical of the Punch character. Kerby's detailed watercolor rendition captures the vibrant colors and whimsical nature of this beloved character.