Merrythought – Brandy Snap Teddy Bear – 2003

Maker: Merrythought
Price: £95 (Free Postage In The UK)
Material: Mohair
Size: 33 cm approximately
Care: Sponge clean only
Condition: Fine condition with original labels.  Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Made in England, 2003.

Brandy Snap Teddy Bear: A Brief Description

Merrythought’s Brandy Snap is a traditional-style teddy bear produced in 2003. He belongs to the company’s classic mohair line, handmade in Ironbridge, Shropshire, with the look and feel of a pre-war British bear. Collectors regard him as something of an elusive piece, suggesting he was made in smaller numbers or for a limited retail run.

Materials and Craftsmanship

He is made from golden-brown mohair, a warm shade that reflects his name and gives him a soft, slightly wavy texture. As with other Merrythought mohair bears of this era, he is fully jointed at the neck, shoulders and hips, using internal discs that allow him to sit or stand when posed. His stuffing is firm and traditional, giving a solid, vintage feel rather than a soft, modern plushiness. The bear’s face is finished with hand-stitched nose and mouth detailing, and fitted with round dark eyes that give him a gentle, honest expression. His paw pads are a contrasting felt, in keeping with Merrythought’s long-established styling. Brandy Snap’s proportions follow the classic Merrythought silhouette, with a broad head, slightly pronounced muzzle, a slim body and long limbs that curve neatly when seated. He wears a simple ribbon at the neck, a common finishing touch for the brand’s traditional teddy bears.

Presentation and Significance

This bear has a woven label, sewn into the side seam, reading “Merrythought, Ironbridge Shropshire, Made in England”, this being an expected feature of authentic examples from this period and confirms his origin within the company’s long standing British workshop. Altogether, he is a charming, well-judged tribute to a landmark moment in time—compact, beautifully made, and unmistakably Merrythought.

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