LOVELY LARGER EARLY WHITE STEIFF CENTER SEAMED BEAR WITH BUTTON.

This circa 1907 teddy is made from white mohair, which has mellowed with time. He is 5-ways jointed and exhibits the traditional Steiff turn of last century proportions including long arms, long narrow feet, and a pronounced back hump. Teddy has tan paw pads with four claws on each. You can’t help but notice Teddy’s prominent shaved muzzle and center seam facial construction. His face is detailed with black shoebutton eyes and a brown hand-embroidered nose and mouth. Only 1 out of 7 early Steiff bears have a center seam face, making them extremely desirable for collectors. He retains his long trailing “F” button as his Steiff ID. A charming and distinctive addition to any Steiff collection. SIZE: Overall 24″ t (60cm). Sitting 15″ t (39cm). PROVENANCE: Chuck & Cathy Steffes Collection. CONDITION: Foot paw pads possibly replaced, hand pads with minor restorations and a few tiny holes. Minimal mohair loss, especially around facial area and behind left ear. Otherwise good to very good. 1-13852 (8,000-10,000) – Lot 3074

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3074	$3,555.00	LOVELY LARGER EARLY WHITE STEIFF CENTER SEAMED BEAR WITH BUTTON. This circa 1907 teddy is made from white mohair, which has mellowed with time. He is 5-ways jointed and exhibits the traditional Steiff turn of last century proportions including long arms, long narrow feet, and a pronounced back hump. Teddy has tan paw pads with four claws on each. You can’t help but notice Teddy’s prominent shaved muzzle and center seam facial construction. His face is detailed with black shoebutton eyes and a brown hand-embroidered nose and mouth. Only 1 out of 7 early Steiff bears have a center seam face, making them extremely desirable for collectors. He retains his long trailing “F” button as his Steiff ID. A charming and distinctive addition to any Steiff collection. SIZE: Overall 24″ t (60cm). Sitting 15″ t (39cm). PROVENANCE: Chuck & Cathy Steffes Collection. CONDITION: Foot paw pads possibly replaced, hand pads with minor restorations and a few tiny holes. Minimal mohair loss, especially around facial area and behind left ear. Otherwise good to very good. 1-13852 (8,000-10,000) – Lot 3074 Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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LOVELY LARGER EARLY WHITE STEIFF CENTER SEAMED BEAR WITH BUTTON.