SOLD (1950) Label 4 Ironbridge Reg Design Cheeky 2. £75 German

SOLD (1950) Label 4 Ironbridge Reg Design Cheeky 2. £75 GermanA Vintage Merrythought Cheeky Bear in Original Condition. He is an 11 inches tall. A charming fellow fresh from a loft and found in a box of trains. He is all original with his Merrythought label which dates to the 1950 60's. He has a good covering of mohair. His stitched claws and nose are original as are his eyes. Bells in ears are ringing merrily, fully jointed. His label is fraying on two edges but still clear and stitched on. Description Date

Although he has been well loved in his 80 years plus

balding to front and other spots

replaced clear and black glass eyes

Date 1953 Make Chad Valley Button Label Fabric Mohair Blond Size 16 ins Eyes Plastic Features Jointed Fully Jointed Pads Rexine Stuffing Woodwool  Clothes Vintage dress Growl Not Working Number 40

A Complete Collector's Guide" by Sue Pearson

muzzle with black stitched nose and mouth

He is a lovely gold colour

jointed down turned arms

jointed limbs with cloth pads

His stuffing is still quite solid and his joints are in good condition

She has original rexine pads in good condition with minor wear with no holes or tears

Her mohair is almost gone and her pads are holed