Description
Gorgeous, rare to find & characterful hollow-cast lead white bear cubs by John Hill & co, made in London between 1930 & 1956. These little bears have a flock finish. There are at the time of writing two of these little bears, the price is for one. They are in an equivalent very good condition except the lower priced one has a patch of flock missing from its side. The bears are in the same order in each picture. This charming lead miniature was introduced by J Hill circa 1930, the same mould appears to have been used for their panda. I'm not sure when the flocked version was made, I would suggest the 1950s. The figures measure approximately 1 3/4", 4.5 cm tall & are in a very good clean condition, the only significant fault being loss of flock to the side of one of them - please see photos. John Hill & Co started making lead toy miniatures in London in 1898, & was founded by a former employee of the more well known rival W Britain. The company switched to plastic figures in 1956 & subsequently ceased trading in the early 1960's. NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN These miniature lead figures are not suitable for use as toys for children but are for adults as collectors or for display. At the time of manufacture the dangers of handling lead toys & paint was not understood. They may also be a choking hazard. The final photo shows the same figure in the painted version without flock, at the time of writing available separately. For more vintage & antique lead figures: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/APureVintage?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&search_query=lead+animal To return to the shop front page & main menu: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/APureVintage SHIPPING TO GERMANY Unfortunately I am unable to ship to Germany as I am not registered with LUCID & don't comply with German packaging registration & reporting requirements. Vintage Miniature White Polar Bear Cub, Johillco Britains Era Flocked Lead Zoo Wild Animal
