This Pirate marionette appears to be hand made folk art fashioned with a Caribbean style. It came from Prague in the Czech Republic sometime in the early 2000s being purchased here on eBay. The pirate itself stands approximately 13 inches tall not counting the wooden handle, strings and metal rod mechanism. This does not come with any instructions. The condition is very good however there is some paint stain on the left sleeve. also a white spot on the left hand. The puppet is clean and was stored in a smoke-free environment. The head is designed to un-hook from a linen loop in the neck. The face and hands are made of either a plaster, ceramic, or resin. The boots are wooden. Other materials include linen, yarn, metal, wood and plastic. The sword appears to be either plastic or resin. This is recommended for adults to collect or display rather than for children to play with. Please ask questions in advance with this being sold as-is and not returnable.