Christmas Is A Busy Time At Steiff By Becky Evans November 25, 2012 They are known for producing the most collectable bears in the world. And 110 years after the birth of the first Steiff teddy bear, the factory is as busy as ever producing fine toys in time for Christmas. The Steiff factory is still based in Giengen an der Brenz, Germany – the birthplace of its founder Margarete Steiff – and with teddy bears still among the most …
Richard Steiff – Jackson Michigan Jackson, MI August 02, 2012 Leanne Smith His toy bears are coveted by collectors worldwide. Just say the name Richard Steiff and their faces light up. But mention that Steiff called Jackson home for the last 16 years of his life and those expressions likely will turn to questionable amazement. It’s true. In another bit of fodder for the statement that “all things pass through Jackson,” the German-born creator of the Teddy Bear once called …
Othello The Black Steiff Titanic Bear A rare teddy bear aka the “Titanic Bear” that was made in 1912 to mourn those killed in the Titanic is on display in Witney for the last time. A very rare Steiff black Teddy Bear, a mourning bear following the Titanic disaster in 1912, with curly black mohair, black boot button eyes, red felt discs behind, pronounced clipped muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs, remains of felt …