Meet the lovable teddy bears and toys produced by the famous
Gebru**der Bing toy company. This engaging text is illustrated with
372 enchanting color photographs. Once among the world's premier toy
companies, Bing manufactured teddy bears of many sizes and talents. Some
of the bears presented here perform tricks, walk, tumble, and growl to
the delight of young and old. Other clever toys produced by this
prolific firm include miniature sewing machines and phonographs, train
sets and buildings, and other stuffed and mechanical animals. Provided
in this book is the history of the Gebru**der Bing company and
designers, the tale of Bing's current revival, and information about the
modern day bears the company is producing (based on the company's much
loved original patterns). Values are included in the captions. This book
will delight collectors and dealers of teddy bears and toys, and is
intended for anyone with fond memories of a favorite, furry childhood
friend.