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Alfonzo World-Famous Steiff Bear Moving On

January 12, 2021October 8, 2016

Alfonzo – The World Famous Steiff Teddy Bear Alfonzo may be only 12 inches tall but he’s a Steiff bear with a big reputation. As one of the most valuable vintage teddies in the world, Alfonzo is thought to be worth thousands of pounds. But after almost three decades in Witney, the 110-year-old bear is packing his bags to become the star attraction at a new museum in Denmark. Alfonzo’s owner and collector Ian Pout, who runs shop and museum …

Teddy Girl Teddy Bear – Furry Treasure

February 5, 2021April 1, 2016

Steiff Teddy Girl – Teddy Bear In terms of collectability, Teddy Girl has it all. Her pedigree was impeccable. She was made by Steiff in 1904, just two years after the pioneering German manufacturer made their first jointed bear. Around the same time, the Ideal Toy Company of America made their first bears, calling them Teddy after President Theodore Roosevelt, who had famously refused to shoot a bear cub on a hunting trip. “The bear has commanded a special place …

Steiff Produces Duralumin Inspired Bears

November 18, 2020November 25, 2015

Duralumin Inspired Bear By Steiff Duralumin Hits Japanese stores tomorrow. German-based plush toy company Steiff is producing teddy bears inspired by Duralumin, which appears in Kiyohiko Azuma’s Yotsuba&! manga series as the protagonist Yotsuba’s friend teddy bear. The original handmade item is based on newly drawn sketches by the manga author himself, who also supervises the project. It can also make the sounds (or “talk”) with the growler inside when shaken as portrayed in the manga. Movic will start accepting …

Boeing Celebrates Centennial With Steiff Bear

November 18, 2020November 23, 2015

Steiff Boeing Bill Anniversary Bear November 23, 2015 In celebration of its first 100 years, Boeing has partnered with several of the world’s top brands to offer aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to own heirloom-quality items inspired by the company’s rich history and bright, dynamic future. The centennial merchandise collection includes distinctive and high quality watches, heritage-inspired leather jackets, and collectible teddy bears, all reflecting the precision and innovation required of aerospace products. Merchandise partners include The Bremont Watch Company, …

Kansas City Museum Reopens After Year-Long Renovation

November 18, 2020August 1, 2015

Steiff Bear At Kansas City Museum After a year of renovation and redesign, the Kansas City based National Toy and Miniature Museum at 5235 Oak reopened Saturday. Visitors to the redesigned exhibits will be greeted by a two-story lighted, rotating spiral tower of toys as they decide whether to start their tour with the toys and Teddy Bears displayed on the second floor or the miniatures and doll houses on the entry level. Museum Community Development Director Cassie Mundt says …