Curious Hand-painted Blue Eyed Porcelain Bear Romany Sparta it feels substantial

it feels substantial

but either way I think it's pretty terrific

I believe this tiny one is carved of boxwood

though it dates from the mid- to late 20th century

He is beautifully sculpted and detailed with a terrific pattern of pressed circles and incised gridded bands along his back

Curious Hand-painted Blue Eyed Porcelain Bear Romany Sparta it feels substantialI've searched and not found another bear like this one, which I finally purchased after carrying it around with me on two separate visits to a local antique shop; it just would not let me walk away! Maybe it is because of those big blue eyes, which really seem to see deep into one's soul! I think it's also the gesture, which seems to suggest this bear's got something important to share if you'll just pay attention. Plus those pink cheeks, deep red