Hermann - Teddy bear Hermann - 1920-1930 - Germany
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Hermann mohair teddy bear, about 48 cm high, German origin, dating from circa 1928–1935, possibly Max Hermann/MAHESO, with a working tilt-brom mechanism and no original packaging, in fair condition.
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Antique German mohair teddy bear about 48 cm, dating from around 1928–1935, with a working tilt-brom mechanism – possibly Max Hermann
Characterful old German teddy bear of about 47–48 cm, presumably manufactured around the late 1920s/early 1930s.
The bear is made of mohair, firmly stuffed with wood wool and five-way jointed. It has old glass eyes with amber-colored rims and large black pupils.
What is particularly notable is the clearly separately set, short-pile snout. This type of construction is known, among others, from early bears by Max Hermann/MAHESO of Sonneberg. Rudolf Haas has also emerged as a possible manufacturer in comparative research. Because the bear has no maker’s mark, label or button, the manufacturer cannot be established with certainty.
The bear features a still-working tilt-brom mechanism. When tilted, it gives one deep roar.
The soft fabric paw soles appear old/original. There are no obvious claw marks visible. The bear has a center seam along the back and a V-shaped seam construction at the nape of the neck.
CONDITION
Clearly played-with and damaged antique condition. There is localized heavy wear and hair loss on the mohair. There are also damaged/open spots and wear to the legs and paw coverings.
The original nose and mouth embroidery is not fully present; there are loose and missing stitches.
As far as known, the bear has not been restored. The glass eyes are present and the wood-wool filling still feels firm. The brommer (mechanism) still works.
The photos are an explicit part of the condition description.
DATING / DESCRIPTION
Germany, probably Sonneberg/Thuringia, circa 1928–1935.
Possibly Max Hermann/MAHESO; Rudolf Haas cannot be completely ruled out. The attribution is not proven due to the absence of a factory mark.
Antique German mohair teddy bear about 48 cm, dating from around 1928–1935, with a working tilt-brom mechanism – possibly Max Hermann
Characterful old German teddy bear of about 47–48 cm, presumably manufactured around the late 1920s/early 1930s.
The bear is made of mohair, firmly stuffed with wood wool and five-way jointed. It has old glass eyes with amber-colored rims and large black pupils.
What is particularly notable is the clearly separately set, short-pile snout. This type of construction is known, among others, from early bears by Max Hermann/MAHESO of Sonneberg. Rudolf Haas has also emerged as a possible manufacturer in comparative research. Because the bear has no maker’s mark, label or button, the manufacturer cannot be established with certainty.
The bear features a still-working tilt-brom mechanism. When tilted, it gives one deep roar.
The soft fabric paw soles appear old/original. There are no obvious claw marks visible. The bear has a center seam along the back and a V-shaped seam construction at the nape of the neck.
CONDITION
Clearly played-with and damaged antique condition. There is localized heavy wear and hair loss on the mohair. There are also damaged/open spots and wear to the legs and paw coverings.
The original nose and mouth embroidery is not fully present; there are loose and missing stitches.
As far as known, the bear has not been restored. The glass eyes are present and the wood-wool filling still feels firm. The brommer (mechanism) still works.
The photos are an explicit part of the condition description.
DATING / DESCRIPTION
Germany, probably Sonneberg/Thuringia, circa 1928–1935.
Possibly Max Hermann/MAHESO; Rudolf Haas cannot be completely ruled out. The attribution is not proven due to the absence of a factory mark.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Hermann
Model/name
Hermann
Period
1920-1930
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Reasonable
Packaging
Without original box
Height
48 cm
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