This large and lanky replica of one of Steiff’s earliest bears is made of swirly and distressed, long pile, blond mohair with black-lacquered wooden eyes, a brown stitched nose and mouth, and felt paw pads. ‘43’ in the bear’s title refers to his sitting size. His full height is 56cm/23”. Traditionally filled with wood shavings, he has a pronounced, shaved muzzle and a long body. The chest tag is a little bent (see photo) and there is neither box nor certificate. Like the original bear, he has a patinated steel elephant button in ear. His edition number (4944) is shown on the fabric label in his side seam. If bought by someone outside the UK, there will be a GBP85 surcharge towards the airmail cost.
limited to the year 2004
EAN No. 404153
43cm 17" sitting
