Cast and Painted Antique Lead Polar Bear (finger puppet!) Persian Qajar vase I am converted

I am converted

but I would guess maybe 1940s or 50s

” an innovative weekly that was especially pioneering in its extensive use of photography

I think this drawing of pretty

Images were published from original drawings using a zincography

Cast and Painted Antique Lead Polar Bear (finger puppet!) Persian Qajar vase I am convertedI believe this sweet cast lead polar bear was made by Britains, London toy company in the early 20th century or so, and was once part of a larger zoo or circus set. I find him completely charming and really love his paws up posture and that he is hollow, which makes him the perfect finger puppet! Lots of wear to the creamy white paint, which I think just makes him better. 2 1 4" tall x 1 3 8" wide and deep. He is marked on the bottom but difficult to