I have a vintage mohair teddy bear. He is dark brown and in pretty good shape. Missing some hair on his nose and back of his ears. He has a off white vest as well. I found it cleaning out my parents attic. I was told it's an antique mohair that belonged to my aunt. Guessing it's 60-70 years old?
Hi Michael,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage cinnamon mohair jointed teddy bear
Possibly Gebruder Bing, made in Germany, mid 20th Century
With glass eyes, sewn nose, cream-colored paw pads, wearing a (later) cream-colored sweater-vest. Apparently unmarked. With internal disc and wire joints.
24 inches tall
CONDITION: with some losses to fur commensurate to age and use. Cream-colored vest is not original / a later addition.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$ 400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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