Vintage Paper Mache Musician Bear Figurines Set | Hand Painted Christmas Top Hat Large Bears with Guitar & Bass | 15in Tall Folk Art Decor
$120.68 $150.85
Whimsical Papier‑Mâché Musician Bears 🐻
Get ready to fall in love with this dynamic duo of vintage papier‑mâché bears—each standing tall in festive top hats yet charming enough to brighten your décor all year round!
One strums a creamy ivory guitar, the other cradles a rich red “bass” that doubles beautifully as a cello.
Their dapper navy jackets, crisp white cuffs, and holly‑trimmed hats give them a jaunty holiday air… but their playful smiles and artisanal flair make them a conversation‑starter whether it’s Christmas or July.
📜 A Story in Every Stitch
Crafted by the elusive Richang Industries Limited, these bears hail from the golden era when every label was painstakingly typewritten by hand. Founded in mid‑20th‑century Asia as a producer of novelty décor, Richang became known for whimsical, hand‑made papier‑mâché figures shipped worldwide. Their tactile, slightly rustic finish recalls traditional folk art—no two brush strokes are identical, giving each bear its own personality.
🤍 Magic of Papier‑Mâché
Papier‑mâché (meaning literally “chewed paper”) dates back to ancient China and was refined in Europe by the 17th century as a lightweight, moldable art form. Strips or pulp of recycled paper are bound with glue or starch paste, pressed into handcrafted molds, then painted in layers of rich pigments. The result is a sturdy yet delicate sculpture that ages gracefully, developing soft patinas and tiny character lines over decades.
📐 Size & Specs
Guitar Bear: 8.1″ (20.7 cm) wide × 8.0″ (20.4 cm) deep × 14.6″ (37.2 cm) tall
Bass Bear: 9.2″ (23.4 cm) wide × 7.3″ (18.5 cm) deep × 15.4″ (39.2 cm) tall
Combined weight: 626 g (lightweight & easy to shelf‑style!)
✔️These bears are in good vintage condition, with only gentle wear: tiny paint‑loss spots on the guitar and hat brim, general discoloration and darker parts due to use—no cracks or structural damage—just the delightful quirks of a lovingly made collectible.
Whether you nestle them on a mantel, flank your nursery shelf, or give them pride of place at your holiday table, these papier‑mâché bears bring a splash of nostalgia, a dash of whimsy, and a tune in your heart.
They’re not toys—but they do make every room feel like a merry, music‑filled fête!
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