Romsey Bear Co Limited Edition Mohair Collector's Teddy Bear, Number 224

A collector’s teddy bear manufactured by the Romsey Bear Co. The bear is constructed from shaggy, honey-coloured mohair-style plush fur and features tan-coloured felt or faux-suede pads on the paws and feet. It is designed with black plastic safety eyes and an embroidered black nose and mouth. The bear is dressed in a dark burgundy velvet-textured waistcoat with three small gold-toned metal buttons and a dark blue satin-style ribbon necktie. The bear’s right footpad features an embroidered copperplate-style monogram with the letters RB and the number 224. A woven fabric tag is attached to the back of the right leg with text identifying the maker as ROMSEY BEAR CO and the item as a COLLECTORS BEAR. The tag also includes the postcode BB5 1RP, which corresponds to the location of The Bear Collector specialist retail shop in Accrington, indicating this piece was likely a special commission or retail exclusive.

Height (seated): approximately 250 mm to 300 mm.