Antique Teddy Bears - Types Makers Construction Repairs / Illustrated Book

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Lavishly illustrated in color, this early out-of-print book pictures and identifies numerous antique teddy bears.
THE ULTIMATE TEDDY BEAR BOOK
by Pauline Cockrill, Dorling Kindersley, Inc., NY, 1991.
“Organized chronologically, each chapter begins with an analysis of the bear typical of an era.  Every bear is pictured in full-color, face-on and in profile, and each photograph is accompanied by a detailed description of the bear, highlighting his facial and body characteristics as well as unique aspects of stitching, sewing, and stuffing.  Included too are discussions of clothes, important accessories, and other contemporary ‘beariana’, such as china, jewelry, posters, and books.”  The book covers by chapter: The Teddy is Born 1903-1913; The Teddy Bear Explosion 1914-1944; The Synthetic Teddy Bear 1945-1969; The Teddy Comes of Age 1970-1990; The Modern Bear including replica bears.  “A comprehensive practical section presents tips for collecting bears, hints for caring for and repairing old or ‘wounded’ teddies, and a guide to participating in collectors’ clubs and conventions.  A must for anyone who collects bears, this book is equally appealing to those who simply cannot resist the charm of a stuffed teddy.”
9.25” x 11.4” hardback with dust cover in very good condition.  128 pages.
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