Antique Bear - Straw Stuffed Mohair Probably early 1900's

By Icemanmayor, 18 March, 2014
Description

Hi,

I am not sure what brand this bear is, but i am pretty sure that it was made in the early 1900's. It is missing 1 eye. Here is some things about it:

 

Tight Straw Packed

Stiched Nose

Hump Beetween Shoulders on back

Mohair (pretty sure)

Legs, Arms, and Head Rotate

Felt Paws/Pads

Light Blonde Hair with Tan Fabric

Glass eye (has a black bead in the center of the eye: probably glass too)

No Claws (they may have ben removed but i dont think so)

Snout/Nose is in a cone shape about 1 1/2 in long

May have metal rods but not sure.

There is no butoon in the ear but one could have been removed.

 

It looks similar to a steiff bear and could be one but there are no marking whatsoever on the bear.

Any Information about this bear is needed.

Thanks!!!

Category
Antique Toys
Medium
Moehair? Straw, felt, wood. Metal rods?
Condition
Fair
Size and dimensions of this item
Height: 18in Width: 8in Depth: 5in these are approximate measurements
Date Period
Probably early 1900's
History
Been in the family for a long time and am considering selling it.
For Sale?
Yes
Photos