VTG ARTICULATED BEAR W SCULPTED FELT FACE CRAFTED INTERCAL MOHAIR GLASS EYES 12"

This hauntingly charming and utterly captivating one-of-a-kind artist bear is a masterpiece of folk art toy making. Standing 12 tall, this whimsical mohair bear possesses a raw, primitive charm that sets it apart from any conventional teddy bear. With its wild, tousled mohair coat in creamy taupe tones, expressive wool felt face, and soulful glass eyes, this bear has the magnetic presence of a true art world original. Personally created and lovingly retained in the artist's own collection, this extraordinary piece has never been offered on the resale market.  Material: Sparse long pile German Intercal mohair from Intercal in cream and gray tones with natural variation and wispy texture throughout Face: Hand-sculpted wool felt facial features including a distinctive sculpted expressive felt muzzle broad black felt nose and around his brown glass eyes Eyes: Glass eyes with deep, soulful expression Size: Approximately 12 tall Construction: Fully articulated jointed limbs; weighted body for realistic posing and display Style: Primitive folk art / whimsical / OOAK artist bear Provenance: Artist-made and retained in the artist's personal collection — never previously sold or offered on the resale market Condition: Excellent; lovingly preserved as part of the artist's own collection; sparse mohair is intentional and characteristic of the artist's style Note: Rustic bentwood rocking chair shown in photos is not included in the sale  Tags: hand made from German mohair, collectible