Polar Bear with Cub

12249, Merck Family's Old World Christmas

Ornament measures approxiamtely 3 3/4" and is made of mouth blown, hand painted glass.

***New for 2008***

Bears are symbols of strength and bravery, and none are more fierce than a mother protecting her cubs. Most of the time, however, bears are gentle and good-natured, and can actually be quite playful. Because bears hibernate, they signify resurrection and the power of life over death.