Vintage Handmade Bear from Switzerland, Measures 19" standing and 14" sitting. Fully jointed. Very good condition. Has purchase information from the 80s. The bears name is Felpa.
This magnificent handmade bear, named "Felpa," is a masterful example of Swiss toy-making artistry. Standing nineteen inches tall, Felpa is a substantial and classic figure, fully jointed at the neck, shoulders, and hips for a variety of expressive posing options. Hand-crafted in Switzerland, this bear embodies the high standards of European textile heritage, featuring a dense, lustrous golden-brown coat and the traditional "long-arm" silhouette favored by heritage collectors. The craftsmanship is evident in the firm stuffing and the precise, hand-finished facial details that give Felpa a thoughtful, soulful character.
Accompanying this bear is its original purchase documentation from the 1980s, providing a rare and verifiable provenance that elevates it from a simple toy to a documented heirloom. Its stately size and traditional aesthetic make it a premier "scholarly companion" for a library, where it can sit amongst vintage leather-bound books or on a dedicated collector's shelf. The bear is in very good condition, with its plush coat remaining clean and thick, and its joints functioning perfectly. Felpa represents a disappearing era of bespoke European toy production, making it a significant find for the serious bear enthusiast or a decorator seeking a touch of old-world Swiss charm.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old.
