Antique mohair straw bear

It's made of mohair straw cardboard glass eyes sew nose and mouth and metal buttons it does not Bend stand straight up

Dimensions

11 by 7 in

Acquired From:

Inherited

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Delia

Mearto specialist

June 3, 2024
Fair Market Value:
$
40
-
$
60
USD

Hi Mitzi, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. This charmingly primitive bear has obviously been well loved for several generations. In this case, its "sentimental" value to you and your family probably outweighs its value "in the market". Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A primitive hand-made mohair straw-filled teddy bear probably European, early 20th Century With short light gray mohair fur, offset glass eyes, sewn nose and mouth, leather waistcoat with metal buttons, red plaid vest, striped mohair legs and linen feet. Unsigned. 11 inches high CONDITION: in well-loved but extensively worn condition with seam separations and repairs, protubing stuffing, staining, some mohair losses. PROVENANCE: inherited $40-60* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.