Margaret Thatcher Spitting Image Puppet
£5,000.00
Original ITV Margaret Thatcher Spitting Image Satirical Puppet (c. 1990)
Step into the world of classic satire with this original Margaret Thatcher puppet from the iconic ITV show 'Spitting Image'. Dating back to circa 1990, this collectible is a true piece of television history.
This half-length puppet features:
- A moulded latex foam rubber head with a distinctive open-mouthed facial expression
- Painted skin tones, striking red lipstick, and lifelike Perspex eyes
- An ash blonde wig that completes Thatcher's recognisable look
- Moulded latex foam rubber hands painted with red fingernails
- Articulated arms and fingers, with the left arm bent showing a 'V'-sign and the right arm hanging down with middle fingers tucked back
- A sculptured foam torso dressed in a buttoned white shirt
Margaret Thatcher (1925-2013) served as the British Prime Minister from 1979 to 1990 and remains one of the most memorable characters on 'Spitting Image', which aired from 1986 to 1994. This particular puppet likely relates to the infamous "Up Yours Delors" headline from The Sun newspaper on 1st November 1990, capturing Thatcher's confrontational style at its peak.
Own a piece of satirical history with this remarkable puppet, perfect for collectors and fans of political satire alike.
DETAIL
Standing at 100 x 60cm, this original 'Spitting Image' puppet is displayed on a wooden stand, making it an impressive addition to any collection.
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