Titanic Bear Original

About the Original:

Drawing a3 size done on 330gsm cartridge in graphite. Part of the Antique toy range of drawings..

Steiff black mohair bears were produced as mourning bears after the Titanic disaster in April 1912. Around 600 were made in five sizes, with this example measuring 20inch (50cm) high, one of only 82 made. They are extremely rare today.