Small Mohair Bear
12-13" mohair bear, when measured from head to toe. Non-jointed, but hard disks are present at neck, and all 4 limbs. Stuffed with wood wool, crackles when squeezed. Small black button eyes. Vertically stitched nose with stitched mouth and 4 stitched fingers on each hand, and 5 stitched toes on each foot. Contrasting fabric on all 4 paws, probably velveteen. Appears to be very old with slight wear especially on ears.
Purchased in junk store in South Dakota. History unknown.
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Hi Elizabeth,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique brown mohair stuffed teddy bear
Probably German, late 19th Century
with internal disk joints, wool stuffing, black glass eyes, stitched nose and mount, contrasting velveteen pads on paws
12-13 inches
CONDITION: fur losses and other use wear
PROVENANCE: acquired at a South Dakota junk store
$50-100*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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