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The magazine for Steiff Club members – February 2012 News 110 Years of the Teddy Bear Passions Steiff at the Post Office Rarities Pupp Dolls
Ed itoria l
Dear Steiff friends,
The w i nn e r s a r e You have in front of you the last edition of the Club
magazine. The last issue in the Club’s 19th year. That’s
Many thanks to everyone who right, because to be precise the Steiff Club was founded on
took part in our survey for the 1 April 1992, and so of course that is the first date on which
Club gift 2013! Jakob Teddy bears it can officially celebrate its “birthday”. Since the Club year
(EAN 039935) worth € 129.00 was changed to the calendar year in 2001, however, our first
each will be going to: spring events are already all about the Club’s birthday. You
Yelena Berenshteyn, Pleasanton, USA will find the dates of the various events on page 22. I look
P. Barron, Hullbridge, England forward to seeing a great many of you enjoying these events.
Uta Röhl, Drangstedt As well as containing lots of new items and ideas, this
issue focuses on two Steiff Teddy bears. They remind us
The solution to our of events that are without doubt of far greater significance
“Captain Knopf” competition than the Club’s 20th birthday. One hundred and ten years
in the November issue was, of ago, in 1902, Richard Steiff invented the Teddy bear, laying
course, COLUMBUS 2. The the foundation for the story of the Steiff company. That is why the cover
following people have all won a page of this issue shows the “110th Anniversary PB 55”. And 100 years ago,
25 cm Captain Knopf Teddy bear: in 1912, passenger liner RMS Titanic met her tragic fate at the cost of over
Margarete Koch, Gütersloh 1,500 lives, many of them British nationals. At the time, Steiff sent the first
Karin Thurner, Munich black Teddy bears to England. The contribution “Black Beauties” on pages
Ilse Krehl, Esslingen 14-16 is dedicated to the centenary.
You can also find out more about the many different interests that Steiff-
lovers have (pages 10/11). We all know that interests and tastes differ, but
when it comes to making product decisions there‘s only one question that
counts: what does the customer want? Our Club gift survey brought up
I m pr i n t wish lists with lots of different animals. What’s new is that the focus is no
Publisher: Margarete Steiff GmbH
Richard-Steiff-Straße 4, longer on the Teddy bear. Could there be a change afoot in the collectors’
89537 Giengen an der Brenz, Germany
tel.: + 49 (0) 7322 131555
scene?
editors: Rick Emerson, Inge Zinnecker I hope you enjoy reading this issue of your magazine, and I would like to
Contributor: Rebekah Kaufman
Design and Print:
take this opportunity to wish you all a healthy and happy 2012!
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Frequency of publication: four times a year
www.steiff.com best regards,
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Printed in Germany 01/2012 e – EAN 913099 Steiff Club Manager
C ONT E NTS Cult ure E-mail from South America 17
News Celebration and Commemoration 4 T echniques A Window to the Soul 18
With one look at the many brown hues of Teddy Woody,
you'll know where he got his natural name. And Sunny, True Values Then & Now 10 Passions Special Delivery 20
with her sunbleached mohair, is certain to brighten your
R ari t ies The Best of All Worlds 12 V en ues Events Around the World 22
day. The bears are part of the Worldwide Collection of
Steiff Limited Editions. Read more on page 4. History Black Beauties 14 Favourit e A Swan’s Tale 26
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N ews
A recurring theme you’ll see through this year’s collection Baby Grizzly bear
is the nautical look. It begins with the Titanic bear, yes, “Winnipeg”, 23 cm,
EAN 036637 and
but continues throughout a large portion of the Limited 110th Anniversary
Edition collection as well. PB 55, 26 cm,
EAN 036293
Teddy Bear June is a perfect example. With her precious
cotton dress – embroidered with a starfish and trimmed
with fine lace – June is ready for a day at the beach. And
while June is more casual, Shelly is a bit more refined.
She wears genuine SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS around her
neck – pearls and a crystal shell.
Our Teddy Bear Ice is the colour of the icy sea in winter.
He’s a modified cone nose design with loose joints for a
vintage effect. He’s based on a classic Teddy from 1908.
Teddy bear Will also has links to the sea. He’s dressed in a
blue-striped cotton knit pullover with an embroidered red
anchor on front. He can be carried in his own duffel bag
(included) or you can pack your own items for a trip to the
beach inside.
Also in our replica line-up is Bully 1927, a humourous The captain of the nautical collection is undoubtedly
bulldog character that has been delighting Steiff fans Teddy bear Jack, nattily dressed in a navy blue, red trimmed
for decades. Bully is made of 100 percent cotton velvet, uniform coat. He also wears a red striped cotton t-shirt
Celebration & Commemoration just like the original, and features intricate airbrushed
detailing. As a finishing touch, he wears a genuine
horsehair collar, just as the version from 1927 did.
with an embroidered captain’s hat.
The nautical theme collection is rounded out with an
2012 promises to be a year of festivity and tributes assortment of items in our “Selection” series – specially
themed bears and animals with a silver button and unique
woven white ear tag. Nautical “Selection” pieces include
felt Teddy bears in navy and gray, key rings, dolphins,
Millie Teddy bear, What will the year 2012 be like? Take a look at our collection for the year and you’ll see! penguins, and a detailed airbrushed seagull.
30 cm, EAN 035722 We’re commemorating two special events and celebrating Steiff’s ongoing creativity with
and
Sinclair Teddy bear, products that are sure to end up on every collector’s “must-have” list. But the nautical theme is just a part of our collection. Will Teddy bear,
36 cm, EAN 036262 Working with Steiff Schulte, our fabric supplier for 28 cm, EAN 035807
The year marks the 110th anniversary of the creation of the Teddy bear by Richard Steiff. more than a century, we have created some truly unique
To celebrate, we challenged our designers to re-imagine Richard’s original design mohair Teddies. The largest of these is Sunny (page 2),
– to make an updated version of PB 55. The result is both traditional and modern. a sun-bleached yellow bear that will indeed remind you of
The mohair of this new version is a fresh, curly brown, marking the first time this a sunny day. She’s based on a 1920’s design and has the
design has been made in this colour. While the original PB 55 had a sealing wax nose, lovably large round head that was typical of the period.
Anniversary PB has a rubbing of candle wax on his nose that has been polished to a shiny sheen. We’re also introducing a new colour into the Steiff
Of course, this special edition has the signature five-claw stitching of the original. line-up – a shade we have never featured in our entire
history! It’s a deep, royal purple and it’s used for our
2012 also marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. To honour this fateful Teddy bear Monty. A truly unique creation, Monty wears
occasion, we present a replica of the famous “Mourning Bears” that were created a hand cast bronze Blossom bell around his neck. His
immediately after the disaster and sold in London shops. The replica, like the original, purple mohair fur is lightly dusted with a spray of gold
is hand stuffed with fine Swiss wood shavings and features red felt discs behind the eyes airbrushing as the ultimate accent. Woody (page 2) is
– signifying tear-stained eyes. another of our mohair masterpieces. His coat features ...
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News
... several shades of natural brown against an olive green
backing for a magnificent effect. In contrast to his
Diamond Teddy bear, coat, Woody’s nose is hand-stitched in off-white
25 cm, EAN 035715 embroidery floss. Other mohair classics include the
and
Monty Teddy bear, very traditional Sinclair and the antique Millie with her
28 cm, EAN 035739 delightfully distressed coat.
Naturally, we have more than mohair in our collection.
As a follow-up to last year’s sold-out success “Teddy
Sapphire”, we are pleased to present “Teddy Diamond”.
Her coat is woven from fine strands of cream-coloured silk
for a luxurious feel. Around her neck, she wears a crystal
pendant made with SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS to simulate
a diamond in a golden setting. Her paws are encrusted with
SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS crystals to reflect the light and
colours that surround her.
In addition to silk, our collection features an alpaca piece
as well. Introduce yourself to Valentina rabbit, companion
to last year’s Valentin bunny. “It was great fun to give such
a charming and proud boy rabbit a girlfriend”, says the
designer. “She had to be sweet and elegant.” We’re sure
you’ll agree, Valentina certainly is!
Whether you’re looking for something historical or
modern, nautical or not, mohair, alpaca, or silk, there’s a
Steiff for everyone in our 2012 collection.
June Teddy bear,
24 cm, EAN 035951
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A N UNTOLD CHAPTER IN THE
“WINNIE THE POOH” SAGA
In 1914, a small bear was born in Ontario, Canada.
Valentina rabbit, The trapper who found her sold her to a Lt. Harry
23 cm, EAN 035760 Colebourne of The Fort Garry Horse Brigade, a
Canadian cavalry unit bound for the Western Front
in World War I. Lt. Colebourne smuggled the cub
with him across the Atlantic to London as the
regiment’s mascot. Here the company veterinarian
named the bear “Winnipeg” in tribute to his
hometown. When the regiment departed for war,
the particularly gentle cub was given to the London
zoo where a certain young boy fell in love with her
– Christopher Robin, son of the author of the
Winnie the Pooh. From the inspiration of
“Winnipeg”, Christopher Robin named his own
teddy bear “Winnie”. Our version of the bear
brings this now-famous cub to life (page 5).
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News News
Special items
Germany Germany
T h e “ S c h ä f f l e r ” Te d d y bear The “Bembel” Bear of Frankfurt
There‘s no end to the ideas for new Teddy bears in the metropolis of Munich. “Bembel” (pitcher) Bear was developed exclusively with and for Karstadt Frankfurt.
The “Schäffler” Teddy bear, which was created in co-operation with the Made of the finest blond mohair, the bear has brown pupil eyes and a light brown
Galeria Kaufhof department store in Munich and is available exclusively embroidered nose. His costume consists of a brown-and-green check cotton shirt,
from there, is dedicated to the “Schäffler” (cooper) and the “Schäfflertanz” a light brown waistcoat and a cooper‘s apron made of dark brown alcantara. The words
(coopers’ dance). The Schäfflertanz was created when the plague was rife in “Frankfurter Bembel-Bär” are printed on the apron. The bear is holding a “Bembel”,
Munich. Thousands of people died in the 14th and early 15th centuries, and the a bulbous stoneware jug, in his right paw. It is used for pouring apple wine in the inns
population became so scared that all social life almost died too. One day, a brave of southern Hesse. Bembel Bear is available exclusively from Karstadt GmbH, Zeil 90,
burgher from the guild of coopers had the idea of staging a round dance on the D-60313 Frankfurt, tel. +49 (0) 69 9290 5468, e-mail: klaus-peter.nitsche@karstadt.de
market square with his colleagues using hoops covered in greenery to cheer up their (EAN 673436, 26 cm, Limited Edition of 1,500 pieces)
fellow citizens and persuade them that life was still worth living. The Schäfflertanz
is a custom that is still very highly regarded in Munich to this day.
The Steiff Schäffler Teddy bear is made of exclusive white mohair and is five-way
jointed. He has black button eyes and a hand stitched nose. He is dressed in a light USA
red felt jacket with white tape at the hem and gold buttons, black knee-length cotton Romeo
trousers, an apron and a green felt hat with blue-and-white feathers. The bear is holding
a leaf-bedecked hoop in his paws. Schäffler Teddy bear is available exclusively from the Romeo is a born romantic. All decked out in his mohair coat, he’s ready for
Galeria Kaufhof in Munich, Kaufinger Str. 1, 80331 Munich. tel. +49 (0) 89 2318 5668, an evening with his sweetheart. He’s brought a gorgeous red rose to show
fax +49 (0) 89 260 5489, e-mail: annemarie.ostermaier@kaufhof.de his love for her. Romeo is five-way jointed and made of café au lait mohair
(EAN 673450, 28 cm, Limited Edition of 1,500 pieces) with just a hint of rosy pink. His coat is slightly curly with a dark backing
for added dimension. His flowering gift is completely handmade of 100%
wool felt – a traditional Steiff material – with delicate airbrushed accents.
He has deep, black shoe button eyes for his love to gaze into.
(EAN 682049, 38 cm, Limited Edition of 1,500 pieces)
Great Britain
B r i t i s h C o l l e c t o r s B e a r 2012 USA
Old Boy
Born out of pure inspiration from the original Steiff Teddy bears from
the early 1920’s, Steiff have captured every ounce of magic, spirit, The original “Old Boy” was found in a snapshot from the 1910’s. With just
nostalgia and romance that Richard Steiff gifted his bears in the one look, it was evident that he was a Steiff. The long muzzle, the humped
wonderfully lively swinging twenties. His stunning mohair is back, the facial expression all said that this was one special bear. New for
exceptionally luscious and skillfully produced. And his deep-set big 2012 and exclusively for North America, we’re bringing Old Boy back as
brown eyes bring a wealth of warmth and overflow with expression. a limited edition of 1,000 pieces. Steiff artisans carefully studied the
His leather bell-collar rings merriment, playfulness and happiness all original vintage photographs to perfectly capture the essence of Old
day every day. Boy. Made of sand coloured wavy mohair with airbrushing to add
(EAN 664205, 36 cm, Limited Edition of 2,000 pieces) an antique effect, Old Boy is the XL star of the North American
collection.
(EAN 682117, 55 cm, Limited Edition of 1,000 pieces)
How to reach the Steiff Club in the UK:
Leyla Maniera, Margarete Steiff UK, Astra House, The Common, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8RZ, HOW TO REACH THE STEIFF CLUB IN NORTH AMERICA:
tel.: +44 (0) 1483 266643, fax: +44 (0) 1483 266650, e-mail: leyla.maniera@steiff.com Steiff North America, Carolyn Smith, Club Administrator tel.: +1 401 312-0080, e-mail: carolyn@steiffusa.com
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T R U E VA LU ES TR U E VA LU ES
Then & Now
A look at three passionate, life-long collectors and their “Friends for Life”
Steiff Teddy bears, animals, and dolls are made to provide love and companionship for years and years. Take a look at
these three very special stories that demonstrate that Steiff’s items truly can be “Friends for Life”.
Crazy about Steiff since Primary School: collectibles. She has told friends and family that if her as a graduate/civil engineer, Birte’s father visited the Peter. Catherine received Peter as a gift when she was From left to right
Jennifer Frankhouser house were to ever catch fire, she would save Mikey “Hannover Messe” in Germany and when he could, a little girl and lived in California, in the late 1950’s Jennifer Frankhouser,
Birte Scheel and
Jennifer Frankhouser is 23 years old and has been above all the other Steiff pieces in her collection. He is brought back a Steiff animal for her. Today, Birte’s – early 1960’s. Catherine and Peter were immediately Catherine Ramat
collecting Steiff since she was 9. She lives in the United currently kept in a display cabinet behind glass in her childhood Floppy Cockie is in relatively good shape for inseparable – and still are. Whenever Catherine travelled as a child and today.
States and is a stay-at-home wife. She currently has bedroom. Occasionally she takes him out and gives him a being 52 years old and still travels with Birte on holidays! as a child, Peter sat beside her while her other Steiff friends
over 400 Steiff animals in her collection; she also has a much-deserved hug. Cockie sleeps on a Birte’s nightstand so she is never more were in trunks. Catherine says he is truly one of the dearest
Steiff waggon, scooter, Roloplan kite, Steiff pedal car, than a short reach for a cuddle. And, to keep Cockie possessions she owns!
metal signs, display racks, postcards, and other Steiff Blue Ribbon Buddies: Birte Scheel company during the day, Birte has adopted two smaller
memorabilia. Her favourite Steiff items are Jocko monkeys, Birte Scheel has been a Steiff enthusiast since early sized Floppy Cockies – creating a dear doggie family Today, Catherine keeps Peter in his own Her most cherished
the bigger the better. childhood. She lives in Denmark and works in a university indeed. child’s antique rocker with a smaller Steiff is a 60 cm
library. Her preferred Steiff items by far are dogs Lulac buddy. He wears clothes from his own Lulac rabbit named
Her favourite Jenny’s very first Steiff piece was a Jocko – especially the pocket-sized versions! Beloved items in Bunny Love: Catherine Ramat wardrobe that her mother sewed or knitted Peter.
Steiff items are monkey whom she named Mikey. She her collection include several 8 cm Peky the Pekinese, 10 cm Catherine Ramat is a lifelong Steiff collector – ever since for him so many years ago. Peter is in great
Jocko monkeys, the adopted him from a local antique store; Molly puppies, Jocko monkeys in various sizes, and a few she was a baby, her parents always bought her a Steiff shape despite being over a half-century-old.
bigger the better. she saved up her $3.00 a week allowance vintage Teddy bears. animal to celebrate special occasions. She lives in Canada He still has straight ears with the original wires in them.
for months to buy him. It took her four and is a jewelry artist and entrepreneur. She is primarily Catherine recalls that once, a long long time ago, a cousin
months to pay for him. Since adopting Birte’s childhood companion is a precious Floppy Cockie interested in vintage pieces prior to 1960 and has 71 items bent his ears as a joke; she screamed and cried in despair.
Mikey, Jenny has added over twenty Jockos to her Cocker Spaniel that she got in 1959 when she was four in her collection. Her favourites are the rabbits, especially She recalls this tragedy like it happened yesterday!
collection. years old. She received this “Friend for Life” as a present the Nikis and Lulacs.
Today, Mikey is one of Jenny’s most precious Steiff from her father. Every year, in connection with his work Her most cherished Steiff is a 60 cm Lulac rabbit named
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R ARIT IES
All had matching slipper-shoes and were 28 cm tall. These
three only remained in the line through 1930. In 1931, Steiff
introduced a cat doll that eventually appeared in 14, 22,
and 28 cm. She was available in nine different outfits over
time, including pyjamas, dresses, swimsuits, playsuits,
and traditional German costumes. The next year, in 1932,
a sweet pug-looking dog doll and a pair of boy-girl rabbit
dolls were launched; like their cat-sister, they were all
produced in 14, 22, and 28 cm in a variety of different coat, and red, black, blue, and yellow plaid
outfits. In the mid to late 1930’s, Steiff would go on to pants. Both Teddyli and Cocoli appeared in
produce a delightful series of pupp animals including a duck the Steiff line from 1955 through 1957.
doll, an elephant doll, Waldi the Dachshund as a hunter, Other 12 cm pocket sized animal dolls
Scotty the Terrier as a Scotsman, and Arco the German introduced in the 1950’s included Bib
Shepherd as a farmer. Production on all of these models and Bibbie, a rabbit couple in dressed
ceased by 1943. in country style outfits; Lix and Lixie,
kittens wearing “puss-in-boots style”
The Best of all Worlds Towards the end of the 1940’s, Steiff resumed production of
their “pupp animals”. In 1949, a pair of fully dressed, 25 cm
maize wool-plush Teddy Baby dolls appeared in the line;
attire; Quaggi the duck wearing a little
sailor suit; and Kiki the chick wearing a
brightly striped cotton dress.
Steiff’s dressed “Pupp Animals” made a big impact from the 1920’s through 1950’s. these were quickly followed with the introduction of a pair
of blonde and brown dressed Teddy Baby dolls in the Few of these animal dolls survive in good
early and mid 1950’s. Steiff continued the production of its or better condition today despite their
pre-war pair of boy-girl rabbit dolls but renamed the set precious appearance and Steiff quality. This
Steiff’s delightful vintage “pupp animals” are truly the best of all worlds. These animal Hansili in 1954. They also extended this doll animal makes them especially interesting from the collector’s above left:
dolls, regular features in the Steiff line from the 1920’s through the 1950’s, had the heads of line to include two additional models of rabbit pairs, a perspective. The larger pupp animals were produced Pupp Bully,
Charly and Waldili
popular Steiff characters, the bodies of dolls, and carefully tailored outfits made from the Dachshund doll boy and girl set, and a fox doll boy and as children’s toys for fun and play. Wear takes a toll on
finest calicos, linens, and felt. Today, collectors love them for their charming good looks girl set. Overall, all of these sets were discontinued by the condition and longevity and accessories get lost to love and above right:
and relative rarity. Here is the history behind these animal playthings. early 1960’s. time. The smaller pupp animals made perfect dollhouse Pupp duckling,
Pupp bear, Teddyli,
residents and great pocket sized school companions, so it Pupp Coco and
Steiff has produced dressed animals, especially monkeys, bears, and rabbits, since the In addition to these larger mohair and cloth pupp was easy to misplace them. Additionally, their bodies were Pupp Treff
turn of last century. However, most of these early items were standard line items that animals, Steiff also introduced a whole new series of made out of rubber, which dries out, cracks, and eventually
bottom:
were dressed in specially made outfits to resemble clowns, soldiers, swimmers and pocket sized animal dolls to the world in the mid 1950’s. falls apart over time. It is not terribly unusual now to find Yella and Yello rabbits
other people and professions. However, in the late 1920’s, Steiff’s designers came up These were attractively dressed, 12 cm characters with one of these dolls minus a limb or two... but unfortunately
with the idea of a true animal doll – a freestanding, flat-footed plaything with the soft “humanized” rubber bodies and soft, jointed heads. it is not realistically possible to repair these body parts
unjointed body, arms, and legs of a doll, and a jointed mohair animal head. These models Popular models included Teddyli and Cocoli. Teddyli had once they have become brittle or crack. But, thankfully,
were dressed as children or in occupationally or nationally inspired clothing. the head of Steiff‘s classic 9 cm brown mohair Teddy baby. in almost any condition pupp animals retain their charm,
He wore a tan, purple, and green short sleeved cotton humour, and whimsy.
These “pupp animals” made their big debut in the Steiff line in 1929. That year, Steiff shirt and orange felt overalls. Cocoli was based on Steiff’s
introduced a Pupp Bully, Charly, and Treff. Bully wore blue shorts and a white shirt, popular character, Coco the green-eyed baboon. Cocoli
Charly had a purple frock, and Treff was dressed in red shorts and a white striped shirt. wore a white cotton shirt, a yellow ribbon bow tie, blue felt
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History History
Black Beauties
Steiff commemorates the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic
Historical events, myths and legends certainly had an effect on the Teddy bear and without
doubt influenced designs and trends. One particular event in our history, albeit tragic, was
to result in the design of a Steiff bear that has now become one of the most highly desired
bears in the world.
The Event
RMS Titanic, property of White Star Corporation, was built in Belfast by Harland & Wolff
Shipbuilders. She was, at the time, the largest moving object ever created by man. She was
also one of the most lavishly appointed ships ever built. More than just a ship, Titanic was
a virtual floating palace; more of a hotel than an ocean liner. Advertised by White Star
as the ‘largest and finest steamer of the world’. Shipbuilders’ magazine claimed the ship was
“practically unsinkable”.
April 10, 1912 – Southampton.
Sailing day for Titanic, and excited passengers arrive at the White Star docks to board
the magnificent ship. She casts off to depart on her maiden voyage promptly at noon. This
maiden voyage was to become Captain Edward J. Smith’s last command as he planned to
retire upon returning to England.
April 14, 1912 – 11.40pm.
The crow’s nest bell rings three times on the bridge. “Iceberg ahead!”
The telephone is answered by Sixth Officer Moody,
who hears the urgent warning “Iceberg ahead!”
A spur of ice, hidden beneath the surface, bumped and scraped the starboard of the ship.
Captain Smith, upon learning of the collision, inspected his ship and realised that it was
only a case of time before his Titanic was doomed and that half the people on board
were under a death sentence. Why? Insufficient lifeboats and below freezing seawater
temperature.
At 12.45 the first lifeboat is launched, by 1.15 the tilt on the deck was growing steeper.
At 2.05 the last lifeboat is launched. At 2.17 the last distress signal is sent by Titanic making
her one of the first ships in history to send the new “SOS” distress call.
At 2.18 the lights blink once and then go out for good. Of more than
At 2.20 the stern section tilts in a perpendicular position 2,230 passengers and
leaving over 2,000 people struggling for survival. Of more crew on board only
than 2,230 passengers and crew on board only 705 survived 705 survived and over
and over 1,500 people lost their lives. 1,500 people lost their lives.
This tragic event left England a country in mourning. Steiff, wishing to pay their respects
to England, that very same year in 1912 produced a black ‘mourning’ bear exclusively for
the English market. Less than 500 of these ‘mourning’ bears were produced exclusively for
England in the year of sadness. Consequently, today fine examples of this beautiful black
Steiff bear command extremely high prices at auction. ...
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History Cult u re
E-Mail from South America
Correspondence from Steiff’s new llama
... In 1912 a tragic historical event inspired the design of a Steiff bear; however, this was not Dear Reader:
the first nor last black bear that Steiff were to produce. In 1907 Richard Steiff, driven by his
fascination with the black bears, designed an exquisite interpretation of the magnificent It’s so nice to meet you! I am a llama, a cousin of the alpaca, and I’m known as a very
bear he held sacred: a pure black bear of outstanding quality and modelling, but it was social animal. I readily interact with humans and am not shy about meeting strangers.
considered too grim and scary to be suitable for a child’s toy at the time. The bear In fact, I love to be petted. You’ll love the way my silky fur feels. When I am shorn,
remained a prototype never to be commercially produced and lives secure in the Steiff I have a fine undercoat which is used for handicrafts and garments.
archives. Then again in 1908 another black bear sample was created but not produced My coarser outer coat is used for rugs, wall-hangings and
commercially for the same reasons. Four years later Richard was given the opportunity lead ropes.
to once again offer a design made using pure black mohair and this time it was met with The fiber comes in many different colours ranging
enormous success. Thereafter, variations were produced using different types of mohair from white or grey to reddish-brown, brown, dark
and introducing new styles and sizes. brown and black. I live in many countries
around the world, but I am most
In 2012, Steiff once again presents two outstanding bears that are certain to capture your common in South America. I am a
imagination and win your heart: strong pack animal and can carry up
to 1/3 my weight for long distances.
I am also a good guard animal – I can
be trained to guard a herd of cattle.
Worldwide So you see, I am not only handsome,
O t h e l l o Te d d y B e a r T i t a n i c R e p l i c a I am very intelligent as well!
In 1912 only 494 of these now greatly prized bears were Sincerely yours,
made. Ian Pout, owner of Teddy Bears of Witney, bought Your Steiff Llama
one of these remaining original bears at Phillips,
London in October 1990 – “Othello” is his name.
(EAN 403088, 50 cm, Limited Edition of 1,912 pieces)
Great Britain/USA
“ The Titanic Commemorative Bear”
This superior black bear is exclusively made for the
United Kingdom and North America. He embodies
the exceptional qualities, distinguished characteristics
and marvellous magic of the original of 1912.
(EAN 664151, 36 cm, Limited Edition of 1,912 pieces)
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T echni q ues T ech niq ues
A Window to the Soul
Steiff’s eye treatments bring items to life
Let’s face it, the first thing that Steiff collectors look at when examining a new or vintage Steiff treasure… is the face! Since Glowing Eyes
Steiff started to manufacture its delightful collectible and play items in the late 1880’s, the company has taken exquisite Friendly but fierce – or perhaps the other way around.
care in insuring that their bears, animals, and dolls have appealing, playful, or realistic facial expressions, depending on Nothing says Steiff felines like their famous glowing
the purpose of the particular item. One way the company does this is by paying close attention to their product’s eyes green and black pupil eyes! From baby pussy cats to studio
and the way they accent the personality of an item. Here are a few examples of the exceptional ways Steiff has used eye tigers, what collector hasn’t been delighted to discover a
treatments to reveal the character of special items over the years. pair (or more) of Steiff eyes lighting up the room long after
the lights have been turned off!
Pocket Eyes
In order to give certain designs a soulful and three Funny Eyes
dimensional look, Steiff imbedded their eyes into eye Sometimes eyes do truly define a one of a kind Steiff
pockets – much like eyelids – where the fabric seems character. There is no better example of this than the
to hold the eye in place. This was first introduced on a company’s Basset hounds from 1961 through 1963. These
widespread scale with the introduction in 1909 of the collector’s favourites were made in three sizes. The 14 cm
classic chimp still known and loved as Jocko. In the and 22 cm size had extremely round, realistic-looking
1920’s and 1930’s, this treatment was also noted in Treff eyeballs that were embedded into their facial mask
the bloodhound, Cheerio the puppy, and Bonzo the structure. The 12 cm model one had flatter, but no less
cartoon dog. realistic looking, eyes that seemed to have a reflective
quality to them. The “larger than life” studio version of
Cartoon Eyes this Basset had huge, wooden, hand-painted eyes the size
Some items are truly meant to entertain and not be taken all that seriously. The oldest form of this involved silly-styled of golf balls.
eyeballs that actually rotated, allowing for a variety of facial expressions. Steiff’s very early Petsy the Baby bear and
Caesar the wire haired terrier are great and highly Expressive Eyes Sleeping Eyes
collectible examples of items with these early cartoon Eyes can also communicate deep emotions, including Steiff’s creations are friends for life, and for children, that
eyes. Fast forward a few years, one of the ways Steiff sadness. Both the original Steiff Titanic Mourning bear often means bedtime buddies. Today, Steiff produces a
communicated playfulness with their series of college from 1912, and its subsequent replications, are famously number of popular sleeping style animals with closed eyes;
mascots from the 1950’s – which included the Princeton known for their dramatic red felt backed black eyes. A these are mostly manufactured with computer embroidered
tiger, Yale and Brown bulldogs, Army mule, and Navy collector cannot help but feel the grief of this event as eyes. This sleeping animal tradition started in the 1950’s
goat – was by giving them cartoon-like google eyes. These captured in the teary eyes of these famous cubs. Steiff with the company’s introduction of their “floppy” or
included large black and white or green and black pupil often backs the eyes of its modern creations – including “cosy” style sleeping pets. These included a Zotty, panda,
style google eyes and blue and black and green and bears and birds – with felt to give these creatures a fox, Cocker spaniel, Siamese cat, tabby cat, seal, and
black squint eyes. Steiff also used a similar style of green soulful, intelligent, and intense look. elephant, among others. Most were made in 17 and 28 cm;
and black pupil eyes on their series of mother and baby all were stuffed with soft foam. Each animal had a
dinosaurs from the early 1950’s. It’s hard to be afraid of “sleeping eyes” design. These included a simple line
these gentle giants whose facial expressions bring smiles stitching with or without a few eyelashes or a felt disk
not fear! with an inverted “V”stitched across it. Several of the more
“feminine” sleeping patterns, including Snobby poodle
Elegant Eyes and Lamby lamb had closed eyes with huge felt eyelashes.
Sophistication. Glamour. Style. In order to communicate
some items were top dog – literally – Steiff chose Many people feel the eyes are the windows to the
their eyes to convey this blue ribbon status. Starting soul of an individual. It also appears that is the
in the 1930’s, Steiff used beautiful, hand blown, case with Steiff animals and bears as well, given
tri-coloured glass eyes on several of its fancy dogs, the all love that goes into the design of these
including Skye terriers and Scotties. These eyes were treasures from head to toe!
almond shaped with a wonderful texture and hand made
look to them. Starting again in the 1950’s, they began to
appear on treasures including the smallest Biggie beagle,
Tosi and Maidy the poodles, and other canine friends.
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Special Delivery
Postmistress shares her amazing collection of vintage treasures
Mr. Jiggs but I love him to bits and wouldn’t have him any other way. admire him, but he got so much attention from the her late eighties, still has her childhood Teddy bear. Her
and Eddie Bears didn’t really become a priority again for me until customers that it became the norm for a bear to be at grandchildren buy her Steiff replicas. She was thrilled to
March, 2011. I was browsing Teddy bear websites and came my station! The bears sparked lots of interest among my see an early Steiff and she’s had several cuddles with my
across an online store that mainly sold vintage Steiff items. customers, as many of them had never seen old Steiff bears Teds! Another customer does photography as a hobby
I found a gorgeous Steiff Ted available and at very good before. They asked lots of questions about the bears, like and asked if he could take a photo of my old Ted Eddie.
price. It was like my teen age replica experience all over their ages and origins. I also learned that there’s a lot of He thought it would be nice to put him on our old parcel
again… love at first sight and I knew I had to bring him bear lovers out there including quite a few grown men! scales for a picture. It came out great and I was given a
home. This gorgeous chap was a 40 cm, 1908 Steiff with framed print for a keepsake.
button-in-ear called Mr. Jiggs. His face was melt your I love having the bears at work. You can be having a hectic, It’s lovely hearing other people reminiscing about their
heart adorable. I was able to work out a payment schedule busy day but seeing their little faces calms you down a bit bears and what they mean to them. I love the fact that I’ve
between my partner John and the storekeeper. The day and puts a smile on your face. Plus it’s great for business met some lovely people and heard lovely stories all relating
Mr. Jiggs arrived was incredible; I couldn’t unwrap him - it brings people in through word of mouth as well! to that simple childhood toy, the Teddy bear. Even my post
quick enough! pick up guy loves my bears. When he sees a special delivery
addressed to me at the depot, he knows it’s another Steiff
Tell us about how your customers bear and he brings the parcel to my branch straight away,
Please tell us about your collection. How many items do you have react to seeing the bears at the post office. which is great!
Steiff: in your collection? What about the brand is appealing to you?
Please tell us about yourself: I always hear, “Isn’t he gorgeous!” about my bear or bears
Your name, where you live, and your profession. Right now, I have 11 pre-1910 Steiff Teds in my hug. After on display. The customers often tell me stories about their If you could put one of your bears on a postage stamp,
Mr. Jiggs, I purchased another 1908 bear called Ambrose. childhood Teddy bears. One of my customers, who is in which one would it be, and why?
Collector: He was pictured with a 1905 Steiff called Mr. Waffles and a
My name is Debbie Stevens and I live in Eastcote in the little non Steiff doggy. I couldn’t bear to break up the trio That’s a tough one. In a perfect world, it would be all of
United Kingdom. Professionally, I work six days week as a so bought the lot with help from John! Soon after came them! But if it had to be just one, probably Mr. Jiggs as he
post office manager. I also do extra hours as a barmaid to a little 1908 Steiff called Mr. Melvyn; he ended up being was my first vintage Steiff bear and means so much to me.
save up for my Steiff hobby. best buddies with Ambrose. Then came a lovely 1905/6 He was the dream bear I never thought I’d ever have. Plus
Steiff called “Teddy Two Shoes” as he came wearing a pair he has that melt your heart face and crooked smile and that
of vintage shoes! Next came Tweedle from 1908, a dear old New book publication would sell a million stamps!
Please tell us about how you got interested in Steiff. white 1907 Steiff called Desmond, and then a tiny 1908 “Little Beaver’s Secrets”
era Steiff bear named Moose. My latest additions include We so appreciate you sharing your story
My love for Steiff goes back to my early teen years. I was a little adorable Steiff Teddy called Gabriel and a slumpy and wonderful collection with us.
out in Henley on Thames with my Mum and Dad. We 1905 Ted called Eddie. John also bought a very bald Ted Club member Bärbel Thetmeyer has published a new
were wandering about and came across a small shop with called Viktor. book in which Steiff bears are the main characters.
a beautiful window display filled with Teddy bears. In The stories are about the exciting adventures of
the window was a large curly haired Ted with long arms There’s something about a Steiff bear’s face that just melts 14-year-old Henry in the bear country of British
and legs, huge feet, and a gorgeous face that screamed your heart, that’s the main appeal to me. They have a Columbia. An entertaining and absolutely delightful
out “take me home!” We went inside the shop, up to the quirky, dreamy look and wistful eyes. I didn’t intend to read for “children” of all ages. The booklet is also
counter, and asked for the price of the Teddy in the collect bears as a hobby. I bought Mr. Jiggs for his “oh!” an homage to the Steiff brand, and contains lots of
window. We were told that he was £495! The shopkeeper factor. Condition isn’t important to me. I love a slumpy references to our Giengen-born plush friends in
said that he was a replica of a 1906 Steiff bear; if he were and loved Teds. They have such character and the bonus is words and pictures.
the original he would have cost thousands of pounds. At that they’re easier on the pocket! Bärbel Thetmeyer has published several children’s
14 years old £495 was completely out of my price range books since 2004. “Little Beaver Geheimnisse”
and my parents said they couldn’t afford him. But it was (approx. 100 pages) is available from German
love at first sight, so I did everything from baby sitting to Your Steiff bears play a fun and interesting role for you booksellers for the price of € 8.90,
dog walking to cleaning to earn money towards him. Eight specifically at work. Can you tell us about that? ISBN 9-78383-3498-930.
months later, I went back to the shop and there he was, still The book can also be purchased through Amazon in
in the window. Today, he sits on my dresser by the window, Ambrose was the first Ted that was delivered to me here the USA and UK. For the time being it is available in
minus his chest tag. He’s not pristine and has faded a bit, at work. Originally, I put him on the counter so I could German only.
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Events A Travel through Time
Birthday Club events and new introductions (NI) in the first half of 2012 Auction House TeddyDorado invites items for upcoming Steiff auctions
Dates Following the interview with “Louis” in the Club magazine of November 2011, a number of very special list of results can be sent right:
Club events await you in the 20th Club year. Celebrate “royal” birthday parties with “Louis” and us, and within Germany for € 20 German
infantryman
until 12 February 2012 bring “Louis’s” court (your Steiff favourites) with you. We’re looking forward to seeing you there! and internationally for € 25. with
“Teddy, Back catalogues and lists Field Marshall
Elephant und Co.” Germany of results are available at equipment,
felt doll, 35 cm,
Steiff exhibition at 10 + 11.2 (NI) Karstadt, 90402 Nuremberg, tel.: +49 (0) 911.2130 € 12.50 / € 17.50 respectively. 1912 to 1916.
Schloss Mainau 10.2 Galeria Kaufhof, 42103 Wuppertal, tel.: +49 (0) 202.4991 Further information is
and in the Palm House 14.2 Galeria Kaufhof, 80331 Munich, tel.: +49 (0) 89.23185668 available on the Internet at left:
Bear 5328
tel. +49 (0) 7531.303-0, 15.2 bruno bär, 73728 Esslingen, tel.: +49 (0) 711.353158 www.teddydorado.com. 1906/07,
info@mainau.de, 17.02 Tina’s Teddybörse, 22848 Norderstedt, tel.: +49 (0) 40.54802770 Auction House Teddy- Bärle 35 PAB
www.mainau.de 17 + 18.2 (NI) Karstadt, 80335 Munich, tel.: +49 (0) 89.55121480 Auction House TeddyDorado GmbH are the only Dorado offers free datings 1905/06
and
24.02 KaDeWe, 10789 Berlin, tel.: +49 (0) 30.21212459 auctioneers in the world to specialise in exclusive and appraisals of your Teddy Happy
Saturday 17 and 25.02 Puppengalerie Jungfer, 47623 Kevelaer, tel.: +49 (0) 2832.9716179 “StuffedToys & TeddyBears”. historic Steiff items on 1926/27 with
Sunday 18 March, 2012 25.2 Galerie Seebär, 88090 Immenstaad, tel.: +49 (0) 7545.941460 The highlight in the 2012 auction year will be the valuation days in the “Steiff velvet elephant.
Teddybär Welt 2012 1.3 Galeria Kaufhof, 46047 Oberhausen, tel.: +49 (0) 208.82300 “Steiff Special Auction” by TeddyDorado on 7 July 2012 Museum” and at the “Steiff
Organiser: 3.3 Galeria Kaufhof, 70173 Stuttgart, tel.: +49 (0) 711.20360 at the Bürgerhaus Schranne in Giengen/Brenz during the Summer” in Giengen/Brenz, during the TeddyDorado
Christine Spies, 3.3 Karstadt, 10789 Berlin, tel.: +49 (0) 30.88003468 “7th Steiff Summer 2012”. Once again, a selection of rari- auctions in Bonn, at the major Steiff exchanges in
Max-Fremery-Strasse 3a, 8.3 (NI) Karstadt, 33602 Bielefeld, tel.: +49 (0) 521.5288238 ties from various years throughout the 132-year history of Germany, and by appointment on the company’s premises
50827 Cologne, 9.3 Galeria Kaufhof, 68161 Mannheim, tel.: +49 (0) 621.38045502 Margarete Steiff GmbH will be sold to the highest bidders. in Wachtberg near Bonn.
tel. +49 (0) 221.530 63 53, 10.3 Karstadt, 01069 Dresden, tel.: +49 (0) 351.8612868 The online catalogue at TeddyDorado.com contains You can telephone TeddyDorado on +49 (0) 228 207 6758
fax: +49 (0) 221.530 56 89, 10.3 Spielzeug-Paradies Wagner & Raschka, 44787 Bochum, details of the years still available for your items. during their consultation hours (10.00 – 13.00 hrs) on
e-mail: tel.: +49 (0) 234.902820 Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
neumann@baerreport.de 15.3 Karstadt, 66111 Saarbrücken, tel.: +49 (0) 681.3017552 You can also enter precious Steiff items for the next
www.teddybaer-welt.de 18.3 Steiff Galerie, 65183 Wiesbaden, tel.: +49 (0) 611.1666999 “StuffedToys & TeddyBears Auction” on 28 April 2012 in
19 + 20.3 Lütgenau, 44135 Dortmund, tel.: +49 (0) 231.5490521 Bonn/Germany. A range of rare Steiff items from the 1950s,
Saturday 31 March, 2012 23.3 Karstadt, 38100 Braunschweig, tel.: +49 (0) 531.4731499 1960s and 1970s, Steiff replicas and special items from 1980
14.00 to 17.00 hrs 24.3 Galeria Kaufhof, 34117 Kassel, tel.: +49 (0) 561.7896374 plus Steiff items from before 1943 in excellent condition
Free datings and 24.3 (NI) Steiff in Berlin, 10789 Berlin, tel.: +49 (0) 30.88625006 will be auctioned off successively.
appraisals of historic 24.3 Karstadt, 04109 Leipzig, tel.: +49 (0) 341.1262505 Along with the hundreds of Steiff
Steiff items by 30.3 (NI) Karstadt, 45472 Mülheim, tel.: +49 (0) 208.4951468 items, there will also be Harrods
Auction House 31.3 Paul Wolff, Giengen, tel.: +49 (0) 7322.931855 bears with music boxes, wool
TeddyDorado at the miniatures and vehicles that can
Steiff Museum in Austria already be seen in the extremely
Giengen an der 30.3 Steiff in Wien, 1010 Wien, tel.: +43 (0) 1.5124896 comprehensive online catalogue
Brenz/Germany. 31.3 Puppenstube, 1230 Wien, tel.: +43 (0) 1.8656589 at www.teddydorado.com.
(Contact details
on page 23) Benelux As always, the printed above:
18.2 Berelijn, 3311 EP Dordrecht, The Netherlands, tel.: +31 (0) 78.6318028 auction catalogue will be Special item
from the
Saturday 14 and 3 + 4.3 Toyland, 8660 De Panne, Belgium, tel. : +32 (0) 58.411385 illustrated with lots of “Safari
Sunday 15 April, 2012 3.3 Hesemans, 4811 JC Breda, The Netherlands, tel.: +31 (0) 76.5212310 informative pictures and Panorama”
Teddybär Total highly detailed descriptions. showpiece for the
Nuremberg Toy
in Münster Great Britain Fair 1975.
www.teddybaer-total.de 17 + 18.2 Teddy Bears of Witney, tel.: +44 (0) 1993.702616 or 706616 Admission to the two
19.2 The Bear Garden, Guildford, tel.: +44 (0) 1483.302581 public room auctions on left:
14.3 Bears on the Square, Ironbridge, tel.: +44 (0) 1952.433924 28 April in Bonn and 7 July “Original Teddy”
blond (B/T/T)
21.4 Steiff Gallery, Bromley, tel.: +44 (0) 20.84668444 in Giengen/Brenz is free. Item no. 5310
28.4 Exmoor Teddy Bears, Minehead, tel.: +44 (0) 1643.702333 Printed catalogues with the of 1952/53.
Subject to change. Please contact the Club stores for further information. You will find further dates and addresses of Club stores at www.steiff.com (column News/events).
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USA Sweden
This place is a zoo! 20 years of Nallemässa and Steiff Club event in Malmö
above left: There were lots of animals at Susan’s Store Almost 800 visitors, many more than in looked after. Approximately 50 participants above left:
A young event Room in San Anselmo, California, on previous years, attended the “Nallemässa” from Sweden, Denmark and Norway enjoyed Margaretha
participant Södergren in a
introduces her September 24th. And not all of them were (bear fair) in Malmö’s “Kronprinsenhallen” the relaxed atmosphere and delicious beary outfit
Steiff hedgehog to stuffed! As a part of her event, Susan Hoy, on 23 October. Exhibitors from all over Swedish treats that accompanied a colourful
a real hedgehog. owner of the shop, always brings in live Scandinavia, Germany and the USA have and highly informative programme. In right:
Colourful
above right: animals to enliven the proceedings. Guests been offering Teddy bears, dolls and addition to the presentation of the limited Nallemässa
One of Susan love the opportunity to stroke a hedgehog antique toys at this small but very autumn and Christmas novelties by
Hoy’s most or cuddle with a python. It puts them in a select event since 1991. Event organiser Club event Manager Ralf Fahrig, a film left:
prized bears, Y lva Glimberg
Teddy Roosevelt. perfect mood to add Steiff animals to their Margarethe Södergren, Steiff importer presentation and a raffle of valuable Steiff is happy to
collection! for Scandinavia and also Steiff Club animals, the visitors were treated to an receive a Steiff
right: These were just some of the attractions at store through her business “Margarethas exclusive preview of the trade fair stands. prize from Club
Susan Hoy, event Manager
owner of Susan’s the fall event. Collector and Steiff expert Dockskap”, had thought up several special Ralf Fahrig.
Store Room, Denis Morella appraised vintage Steiff and treats to mark the 20th anniversary of her
always brings uncovered many local treasures. Guests trade fair. A special exhibition to mark
live animals
into the shop for enjoyed seeing the latest Steiff products for “60 years of Zotty” included over 20 rare
her event pre-order. Everyone also appreciated the items from the Steiff archives in Giengen.
fabulous displays that Susan Hoy created There was also a charity auction with
in her shop featuring both new and vintage various precious and unique items, and a
Steiff. teddy doctor was on-site to provide first This beautiful
aid for bears with bruises or blemishes. Nor unique Steiff
piece was
Each room or section of room had a had the little ones been forgotten, with auctioned for
particular theme which showcased a specific attractions such as face painting, story a good cause.
topic – nautical, jungle, beach, etc. Each was time and fishing games to keep them
executed to perfection. entertained. Attendees at the Steiff Club
The event proved a resounding success. event, which took place on the evening
“I come every time”, said one participant. before the trade fair – again in the
“It’s always the best event”. Kronprinsenhallen – were also very well
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sized bronze sculpture of Mrs. Mallard and Jack, Kack, around the Boston Public Garden lagoon. She saw the
Lack, Mack, Nack, Oack, Pack and Quack – her favourite island in the lagoon where the Mallard family called home,
storybook friends – in a prominent corner of the garden. many ducks and ducklings, and even some live swans!
Like so many other visitors to this statue, she gave What a magical experience!
Mrs. Mallard a hug and then rubbed the heads of each of Just as Karolin finished up her swan boat ride, and was safe
her ducklings. on land again, she started to wake from dreamland. The
Karolin was having a marvellous time, but there was one sun was streaming through her window and she realized
thing that she really wanted to see. As she continued her experience was just a dream. But a wonderful one!
strolling around the garden’s central lagoon, she She told her parents about her imaginary trip to Boston
approached a woman, who was walking with her two and could not stop talking about her ride on the swan
friendly little black dogs. She said, “Hello, I would like to boats, and how majestic and beautiful the birds powering
ride the swan boats. Are they swimming today?” And the these boats were.
kind lady responded, “Yes, of course! They are a tradition A few days later, Karolin came home from school and there
here in Boston and run almost every day during the nice was a big cardboard box waiting for her. It was addressed
weather. Just walk over that bridge and you will see the to her, and the return address simply read “Friends from
landing where the rides begin.” Boston”. She was puzzled, but excitedly opened up the
So Karolin did just that, and right on a green dock were box. In it was a large white Steiff plush swan that looked
several of these splendid looking boats. She learned identical to the ones she met in her dream! She squealed in
that the boats move along by peddle-power, much like delight, and her parents winked and nodded to each other.
someone riding a bicycle. She excitedly boarded Clearly, her new Steiff “Friend from Boston” would be her
the boat, and began her memorable ride new “Friend for Life”.
A Swan’s Tale
A dreamland trip to a faraway garden
As Karolin crawled into bed, her father called out, “What
bedtime story should we read tonight?” Karolin didn’t hesitate …
“Make Way For Ducklings” – which was the answer she had given Schana swan,
to this question for as long as she could remember. She simply 60 cm (EAN 073359)
35 cm (EAN 073373)
adored this wonderful book about a duck family, large and 22 cm (EAN 280146)
magical swan boats, and the far, far away city of Boston in the
United States.
As her father read the story aloud to her, Karolin started to
close her eyes and drift off to dreamland. Before she knew
it, she was in Boston, in the large and beautiful public garden,
visiting the exact place that Mr. and Mrs. Mallard and their eight
ducklings called home. “Oh, there is so much to see and do here!”
she exclaimed in glee. As she started to explore the park, she strolled
down curving pathways and came across many beautiful gardens,
planted in an old-fashioned, Victorian style. She saw many beautiful
trees and outdoor sculptures, many of them highlighting historical aspects
of Boston. She could hardly believe her eyes when she saw a larger than life
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