Vintage mohair teddy bear with shoe button eyes and jointed limbs

This teddy bear appears to be from the early to mid-20th century, likely dating to the 1920s-1930s based on its construction style, materials, and features. It displays the classic characteristics of early teddy bears including a slightly elongated snout, shoe button eyes, jointed limbs, and a mohair or worsted wool exterior with stuffed body and felt or fabric paw pads. Vintage teddy bears from this era are highly sought after by collectors of antique toys and teddy bear enthusiasts. The appeal lies in their craftsmanship, historical significance, and nostalgic value. Collectors particularly value bears with original features, minimal restoration, and good condition for their age, appreciating them as tangible connections to childhood traditions and early toy manufacturing techniques.