Cast and Painted Antique Lead Polar Bear (finger puppet!) west German wooden figure so not much other than

so not much other than sand would fall through

) But this refined little boot seems simply to be what it is--just a charming carved object

with what I'm pretty sure is its original paint--a dark red overall

It's the work of Emile Bluteau (1931-

Cast and Painted Antique Lead Polar Bear (finger puppet!) west German wooden figure so not much other thanI 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