Discover a charming piece of history with this early 20th-century musical teddy bear. Crafted with a golden mohair head and body, this bear features a distinctive clipped muzzle, humped back, and one eye. Its black/brown stitched nose, mouth, and claws add character to this nostalgic toy, which also boasts a swivel head and jointed limbs.
Measuring L51cm, this unique teddy bear holds a pressure-operated musical mechanism, adding an extra touch of whimsy to its appeal. Its provenance adds an intriguing layer to its story, as it was previously owned by Dame Christian Howard of Castle Howard. In the 1960s, Dame Christian Howard gifted this teddy bear to the vendor, who was the child of her housekeeper.
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