Do Baby Bears Sit In Chairs By Ethel And Leonard Kessler Appraisal

Do Baby Bears Sit in Chairs? by Ethel and Leonard Kessler

This item is a vintage children's picture book titled "Do Baby Bears Sit in Chairs?" written by Ethel and Leonard Kessler. The book features a vibrant yellow cover with colorful, whimsical illustrations of baby bears interacting with different types of chairs. The title is printed in a playful, hand-drawn font with alternating red and blue/green letters. One illustration depicts a brown baby bear sitting in a blue armchair in the upper left corner. Another shows a bear reclining in a red rocking chair, reading a book, in the upper right. A third, larger illustration on the lower left displays a bear peeking over a contemporary, red sling chair with white outline. The authors' names, "By Ethel and Leonard Kessler," are printed in black script below the title. A small, stylized logo, possibly a publisher's mark (likely Doubleday), is visible in the lower right corner. The book appears to be a hardcover edition, showing some signs of wear and age consistent with children's literature, including visible rubbing, slight discoloration, and minor edge wear on the cover. The overall condition suggests it has been handled and read, contributing to a charming patina. The bright colors of the illustrations remain relatively vibrant, indicating good preservation despite the age. This book likely dates to the mid-20th century, consistent with the illustrated children's book styles of that era. It exhibits the characteristic quality of early picture books designed for engaging young readers.