Overview
A vibrant, graphic illustration of the world's most famous bear from Darkest Peru, featuring a hand-signed inscription by his creator, Michael Bond.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Michael Bond Signed Paddington Bear Print, c.1983
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
Michael Bond bought a small toy bear left alone on a shelf in Selfridges on Christmas Eve 1956 because he felt sorry for it; that impulse purchase birthed a literary icon.
Maker / Origin
Michael Bond was a BBC cameraman who wrote the first Paddington book in just ten days.
Condition & Value
The print appears to be in excellent condition with bright, unfaded colors and no visible foxing or creasing. The value is primarily driven by the authentic hand-signature of Michael Bond, who passed away in 2017.
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