'Puppets come in a variety of styles'

Both Khiva and Bukhara boast a wide range of puppets for sale. Whilst Bukhara has a greater selection, the puppets in Khiva are usually dressed in Khorezm outfits and are cheaper. They are made from papier mache and look as if they have been taken straight out of a nativity play.
Puppets are available from most of the souvenir shops. They are produced in the Feruz Khan Madrassah and also by Matiyopka who has a shop just opposite the Zindan Jail. Along with puppets he also has a sideline in silks and other antiques.
Puppetry is a long standing tradition in Khorezm and it is worth visiting the puppet theater (left outside the Bakcha Darvasa) to see if there are performances going on. They often involve life size puppets and require no language abilities to enjoy the show.