puppetry, an art form both ancient and ever-evolving, often requires artists to refurbish old puppets, giving them new life before a performance's prearrival. interestingly, while some enthusiasts embrace this transformation, others might give the cold shoulder to modern techniques, longing for the purity of tradition. nevertheless, an unrevealed secret is that modern materials can sometimes degrade the puppet's value, tricking collectors into purchasing what they believe to be vintage pieces.