CLEMENS HISTORY
Since 1948, Clemens has making bears and bringing joy to families for generations
Clemens is one of Europe’s most respected teddy bear ateliers, rooted at the intersection of history, craftsmanship, and emotion. Our story began in 1948, not in a boardroom, but in post-war Germany, where founder Hans Clemens sought to bring comfort and hope back into everyday life during a time of scarcity.
In the years following the Second World War, Clemens’ first bears were crafted from surplus military blankets- transforming materials of conflict into symbols of care and resilience. What began as a simple, human response to difficult circumstances became the foundation of a legacy defined by thoughtful making and enduring quality.
Today, Clemens creates handcrafted teddy bears for collectors and enthusiasts who value heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless design. Each bear is thoughtfully made as a collectible piece- a companion to be treasured, displayed, and passed down. Rooted in tradition yet shaped for the present, Clemens stands for quiet excellence and bears created to endure far beyond trends or time.
We want to keep the spirit and care of Clemens as we enter a new era. We have reinstated the bear as the focal point for the brand. Crafting a new aesthetic which upholds the heritage and pays tribute to the history of our story.
Explore the collections which uphold this story, bears thoughtfully made as a collectible piece- a companion to be treasured, displayed, and passed down. Rooted in tradition yet shaped for the present, Clemens stands for quiet excellence and bears created to endure far beyond trends or time.
Clemens creates handcrafted teddy bears for collectors and enthusiasts who value heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless design.