Miller's: Teddy Bears: A Complete Collector's Guide - Hardcover

Pearson, Sue

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 184000391X ISBN 13: 9781840003918

Publisher: Mitchell Beazley, 2001

Synopsis

Few can resist the appeal of the teddy bear, a favorite of collectors since the beginning of the 20th century. Teddy Bears: A Complete Collector's Guide presents a unique opportunity to see bears as they have never been seen before. Sue Pearson gives practical advice on how to look at bears from the collector's point of view. A maker-by-maker guide shows key developments and highlights identifying features, and each bear comes with a price guide. The inclusion of bears from the present-day ensures there is something for every budget. The book also includes a glossary, a comprehensive guide to fairs, clubs, and dealers around the world, and advice on how to look after and display teddy bears.

About this title

About the Author:

Sue Pearson is the world's leading authority on teddy bears. A dealer and collector of antique dolls and teddy bears for many years, she also lectures around the world. Sue has a shop in Brighton, England, and also runs a doll and teddy bear hospital. She is the author of several books on teddy bears including Miller's Dolls & Teddy Bears Antiques Checklist and contributes regularly to magazines.

Review:

the ultimate reference to the collector's favourite toy" Antiques Info Magazine "beautifully produced" Antiques Diary "indispensable guide... all set out clearly... among the delicious photographs... an essential helpmeet to the collector and enthusiast..." Antiques Magazine (Birmingham)

About this edition

• Publisher: Mitchell Beazley
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 184000391X
• ISBN 13: 9781840003918
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 160