: They date back over 2,000 years to ancient Greece and Egypt [20]. The term comes from the French for "little Mary," referencing early puppets of the Virgin Mary [8]. Literary and Symbolic Meanings
In literature and philosophy, the marionette often represents the loss of control or the illusion of freedom [5, 17]. The Marionette
: Traditional marionettes often use nine primary strings—to the knees, hands, shoulders, head, and lower back—attached to a control bar [13]. : They date back over 2,000 years to
A marionette is a specialized puppet controlled from above using wires or strings attached to its limbs and head [8, 10]. : They date back over 2