ARK (South Africa) golden mohair teddy bear, circa 1948–1958

An ARK (South Africa) golden mohair teddy bear, circa 1948–1958, with orange and black glass eyes, black horizontally embroidered nose and mouth, three-piece head with centre gusset, five-way jointed body, original brown leatherette pads and a silent squeaker. Approximately 13½in. (34.5cm.) high

Condition

• Original mohair with good coverage
• Original amber glass eyes
• Original embroidery
• Good head shape
• Leatherette pads in sound condition
• Lovely untouched appearance

Minor issues

• Silent squeaker
• Small areas of mohair thinning
• General age-related wear
• Slight rubbing around the muzzle

It has aged very honestly