Large Steiff Mohair Teddy Bear

Description:

Large Steiff Mohair Teddy Bear, c. 1950s, the blonde bear with black shoe button eyes, brownish-black embroidered nose and mouth, felt pads to paws, and ear button, (small holes to pads, losses to original claw embroidery),ht. 20 in.
Estimate $200-400

Fur overall good, some thinning appropriate with age. Articulation good, some joints feel a bit loose. Moth damage to paw pads. Hole between legs, repair to back.


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