Pulcinella. Pulcinella is a classical character that originated in commedia dell'arte of the 17th century and became a stock character in Neapolitan puppetry.
Engineered specifically to be the star of southern Italy, he is described as the voice of the people, as the direct expression of a people as lively and spirited as the Neapolitans is never questioned. Pulcinella's versatility in status and attitude has captivated audiences worldwide and kept the character popular in countless forms since his introduction to commedia dell'arte by Silvio Fiorillo in 1620.
Pulcinella was raised by two fathers, Maccus and Bucco. Maccus is described as being terribly witty, sarcastic, rude, and cruel, while Bucco is a nervous thief who is as silly as he is full of himself.
This duality manifested itself in both the way Pulcinella is shaped and the way he acts. Physically, the characteristics he inherited from his fathers attributed to his top-heavy, chicken-like shape.
He inherited his humpback, his large, crooked nose, and his gangly legs from Maccus. His potbelly, large cheeks, and gigantic mouth come from Bucco. Due to this duality of parental lineage, Pulcinella can be portrayed as both a servant and master depending on the scenario. Upper Pulcinella is more like Bucco, with a scheming nature, an aggressive sensuality, and great intelligence. Lower Pulcinella, however, favors Maccus, and is described
Engineered specifically to be the star of southern Italy, he is described as the voice of the people, as the direct expression of a people as lively and spirited as the Neapolitans is never questioned. Pulcinella's versatility in status and attitude has captivated audiences worldwide and kept the character popular in countless forms since his introduction to commedia dell'arte by Silvio Fiorillo in 1620.
Pulcinella was raised by two fathers, Maccus and Bucco. Maccus is described as being terribly witty, sarcastic, rude, and cruel, while Bucco is a nervous thief who is as silly as he is full of himself.
This duality manifested itself in both the way Pulcinella is shaped and the way he acts. Physically, the characteristics he inherited from his fathers attributed to his top-heavy, chicken-like shape.
He inherited his humpback, his large, crooked nose, and his gangly legs from Maccus. His potbelly, large cheeks, and gigantic mouth come from Bucco. Due to this duality of parental lineage, Pulcinella can be portrayed as both a servant and master depending on the scenario. Upper Pulcinella is more like Bucco, with a scheming nature, an aggressive sensuality, and great intelligence. Lower Pulcinella, however, favors Maccus, and is described
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