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Puppet, Gobo Fraggle, 1983

Historical note
Gobo is one of the five featured Fraggles in Fraggle Rock (1983-1987). The character was first performed by Jerry Nelson.

Accession number
2014.002.0321

Artist(s) / maker(s)
Designed by Michael K. Frith, built by Caroly Wilcox and Tim Miller

Dimensions
22 x 9.5 x 11 in.

Material
Fleece fabric, ostrich feathers, plastic, contact paper, felt, leather, rubber, velour, mohair, synthetic suede fabric, cotton, and printed paper

Donor credit
A gift from the family of Jim Henson

Location
On view in The Jim Henson Exhibition

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