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Steiff Margarete's 1909 Replica Teddy Bear

EAN400520

Size: 46cm/18"

limited edition of 1,909 pieces

This beautiful Teddy bear made of fine, light blond mohair became very famous a long time ago. He is a replica of the bear with whom in the founder of our company, Margarete Steiff, was photographed along with a Dalmatian lying at her feet is a photograph that made company history. The very dedicated entrepreneur was only seldom photographed with her Steiff animals. This was a very special honour indeed for this bearish fellow back then, and his successor today that is being reproduced in a limited edition of 1,909 pieces worldwide on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Margarete Steiff’s death on 09 May 2009. This Teddy bear is very flexible thanks to his five-way jointing. He is made to look almost exactly like his handmade role model, is stuffed with wood shavings and his nose, mouth and claws have been intricately stitched by hand. He also proudly wears the underscored button made of patinated steel. He has bright, friendly eyes made of wood that look out into the world. He also knows how to make himself heard with his deep, growling voice. His strong voice reminds us of 09 May 1909 the day that Steiff city of Giengen and the entire world of Steiff animals and Teddy bear fans lost a truly unique person with the passing of Margarete Steiff. The spirit of the legendary entrepreneur lives on in this replica Teddy bear because the Steiff company today still pays heed to the motto of Margarete Steiff: "Only the best is good enough for our children".This stunning 46 cm replica bear is manufactured in light Blond mohair, which is surface washable. As would be expected the bear is traditionally stuffed with wood shavings, is fully jointed with a deep growler, lacquered wooden eyes and an underscored Button in ear made of patinated steel.