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This must be the best Dutch Bear ever and has met with universal approval from all our customers. I forecast that it will sell out soon,- don't delay!
Size: 31 cms Price: £190
This is a must-have piece and who could refuse it? Steiff have linked up with Marolin - famous makers of the papier mache boot. Collector's are rushing to buy this item so be quick as it is sure to sell out !
Size: 22 cms Price: £129
The Musher and huskeys was part 2 of a 3-part set that was issued over 3 years, made by Steiff under licence from Fulda, the German Sportswear Company. The Sledge and 1 huskey was the first part, the Musher and 2 huskeys the second and the third and last was the polar bear and 1 huskey. All these items were in great demand and sold out quickly and the Sledge set is unobtainable now. However we have been lucky to acquire the Musher and polar bear -(sets 2 and 3 ) so that collectors who missed out can complete this very special Steiff item. We have only shown the Musher set and anyone interested in the polar bear set should give us a call on our shop phone no.
Size: 28 cms Price: £199
These miniatures make up a set with the 75 Anniversary Winnie the Pooh which came out last year. We still have the Winnie the Pooh so you can buy the whole set for £172.50, or the Eeyore, Piglet and Tigger for a very reasonable £103.50. The miniatures will be out any time now and we expect strong demand.
Size: 15 cms Price: £103
This magnificent Panda is based on a Richard Steiff design which was inspired by the arrival in the West of Su-Lin and Mei Mei - giant pandas from China which were loaned to Chicago Zoo. In an addition of only 2000 for UK and Ireland this Panda will be in short supply.
Size: 40 cms Price: £199
Once again Steiff have come up trumps with a wonderful UK Bear, this time based on a 1920s design by Richard Steiff. A feature of 1920s Steiff designs is the widely spaced ears which gives the face a very open and appealing look. In an addition of only 4000, this Bear is going to be popular for sure !
Size: 36 cms Price: £169
Paddington is coming soon ! At last and as you might expect, Paddington is late again, but on his way ! He has not forgotten his marmalade sandwich and suitcase, but on this occasion he has no wellie boots, - ( he was told not to wear them ). Sold out for now, call for availability.
Size: 34 cms Price: £199
1953 was an important year for Steiff since it was the 50th anniversary of the Leipzig Toy Fair where Richard Steiff launched his newly designed Teddy Bear and this white replica was made to celibrate 50 years of the Teddy Bear. Although small in size and simple in design this little bear has big huggability !
Size: 25 cms Price: £139
Made especially for the 2003 Birmingham England Spring Trade Fair, this little Bear comes complete with coloured ball and is a little charmer ! His edition is only 1500 and stocks are limited so don't delay.
Size: 21 cms Price: £99
There will be more Celebrations this Summer as it is 50 years since our Queen's Coronation and Steiff have made a really super Bear to Commemorate the event. It has a Royal Worcester pendant of our Queen and is in a luxury curly mohair. This Bear is one of the Best !
Size: 33 cms Price: £199
Pink Steiff Bears are always popular and this one has the added attraction of the Royal connection and a fine porcelain pendant by Wedgewood. This Bear has not been available to us so we have had to purchase from a Department store for which the Queen Mother Bear was exclusively made and so it is expensive, but with everything going for it and in an edition of under 2000, it is well worth the money.
Size: 33 cms Price: £180
Tipped mohairs always give a Bear depth of character and I think that the Brown Tipped is the best Bear of this year from Steiff. He is a good size, and his large ears set low down, add to the individuality of this Bear. There is the added advantage of wood wool stuffing and squeaker. Although in an edition of 5000, we are informed that the Bear is well sold out and I am not surprised !
Size: 42 cms Price: £199
The long awaited for UK Musical - the 1st ever - is here - (delivery end October). His music - Land of Hope and Glory - is the quintessence of Englishness which will appeal greatly to the overseas markets. This fine brown tipped Bear will be much in demand so order now so as not to be disappointed !
Size: 30 cms Price: £130
Golly Girl - a pair to Golly Boy (2001)is sure to be popular - her smiling face and smart outfit will liven up any Collection. Limited to only 1500 pcs, demand is sure to be high.
Size: 26 cms Price: £165
This is a very special item which has everything - a 13 cm Santa Bear with his sleigh loaded with presents, a darling little reddish brown deer, trees made of glazed limewood, all beautifully presented on an alder wood musical box which plays the ever popular "Silent Night".
Size: 20 cms Price: £500
The Carol singing Bear from Steiff is just what we need to get us into the Christmas spirit ! His hat is hand made in papier mache and with his music, woollen scarf and lantern he cuts quite a dash. Limited to only 2000 world wide, demand has already overtaken supply ! We have managed to acquire a few in 2004 from USA - now is your chance !
Size: 26 cms Price: £189
This is my favourite Christmas piece- what a fantastic idea - " Let's go skating!" No more blobbing out in front of the TV! - instead on with the woolly hat and scarf and go "fur" it ! The ice skater has already sold out so don't delay.
Size: 17 cms Price: £109
These are 2 differnt items and are available individually each at £99.95, and I will do separate photos etc in due course. The reindeer comes from a long Steiff pedigree of mohair reindeers and is in an edition of only 2000. The Rocking Horse is also 2000 and the flowing mane and tail gives the piece exciting movement.
Size: 39 cms Price: £99.95
First made in 1909 this Rolly Polly replica is a little charmer and was one of the fastest 2003 Steiff Bears to sell out. Limited to only 3000, he is sure to be a rarity in years to come, as Steiff have not made a world wide Rolly Polly Bear for many years. They made a Rolly Polly Hare in 2001 and this year have added a Rolly Polly Santa.
Size: 15 cms Price: £90
This was the "hottest" Steiff Bear of 2003 - we had more disappointed Collectors wanting this Bear than any other that I can remember. Our allocation from Steiff was sold out inside of 30 minutes on the telephone in February. However, due to exceptional demand, we have managed to purchase the odd one or two Titanics on the secondary market since Christmas, - hence the price- and this is the first time he has been is stock since last Summer, when we came back from a trip to Holland with two.
Size: 70 cms Price: £750
The Bear on Wheels has been in great demand and we had many collectors who we could not supply. Also, although on wheels, he is a very slow Bear as we did not have our full quota from Steiff until November ! The reason for the delay was because the Bear on Wheels is stuffed with wood wool and the process is takes time. We managed to find 3 in late November of which we have but one left - so don't delay !
Size: 43 cms Price: £450
Firstly, the 3 Bears with the Cart are 12cm, and this item is sold as a Collector's piece and not as a child's toy. The 1903 Leipzig Fair was a turning point in Steiff's history. Had Steiff not taken the PB Bear to Leipzig, (where the first order for 3000 teddies was taken) - we would not be here today. Steiff have done well to make this commemorative item and I would rate it as the best display piece that they have made in my time as a Steiff retailer. You can have fun arranging the crates and Bears and the wood and metal Cart is made by a small Bavarian craftstudio. Don't overlook this piece as only 1200 were made !
Size: 30 cms Price: £499
Limited to only 5000 pieces worldwide, Paddington, complete with his marmalade sandwich and suitcase, has been been a run away success and remember the words on his label - " Please look after this Bear. Thank you " ! We only have a few remaining so don't delay.
Size: 32 cms Price: £199
King Louie looks a real tearaway - with his wild looks and "sideways mohican hair style", however, don't worry, he won't bite ! In an edition of only 3000 world wide he will soon be an endngered species !
Size: 25 cms Price: £169
Baloo is an easy going lovable type, - the sort of Bear that never gets ruffled and always has a smile for you and will always be a loyal friend. In an edition of only 3000 world wide, he has been much in demand.
Size: 33 cms Price: £179
The delightful Jack in a Box was our customers favourite Steiff Christmas item and 25 of them sold out immediately. Everything about this piece is so nice, the alderwood box, the mohair Bear and the fact that he "does something" - ie jump up when you open the lid - In and edition of only 3000, if you did not get one over Christmas, now is your chance !
Size: 23 cms Price: £109
The English Bear is embroidered with the red rose, - an emblem that dates back to the Wars of the Roses when the protagonists - the House of York,and the House of Lancaster wore the red rose and white rose respectively. The House of York won, and so the red rose became the emblem of England, worn proudly recently, by England's victorious World Cup Rugby team. Ps. as of 06 07 2011, - all sold - ask for availability.
Size: 19 cms Price: £145
The Scottish Bear is embroidered with the thistle and dates back to 1263 and was chosen as an emblem because its sharp prickles would help repell invaders, - an added deterrent to the harsh climate and craggy landscape ! Ps. as of 06 07 2011, we have one, in stock.
The Irish Bear is embroidered with the green shamrock a small trefoil plant that was thought to charm away evil spirits and that St Patrick used to illustrate the Holy Trinity.
The Welsh Bear is embroidered with the daffodil born from the legend of St David- the patron saint of Wales and chosen because he considered that the daffodil was the fairest of all flowers. Temporarily out of stock, call for availability.
Size: 19 cms Price: £145.00
Oh dear ! - the Santa Roly Poly lools a bit like me after the Christmas break ! - the diet beckons ! Limited to 5000 world wide, jointed and surface washable this piece is a must for any Christmas collection.
Size: 12 cms Price: £38
Size: 12 cms Price: £40
The Bride and Groom are a same no. pair and their edition is only 500
Size: 36 cms Price: £1120
This year (2004) is an important centenary and to mark it, Steiff have made the 43 PAB and it is special, because it has a button with the famous Steiff elephant. This button has only been used once before - (in 1904) and the tag is sewn into his side, because, in 1904, there was no ear tag. This Bear is exceptional in other ways being a super size, with deep curly mohair and the typical big bear Steiff look which I love. He is only availabe this year, so don't miss out. He also has 3 smaller friends -28cm -in three colours which are just as nice and are the next item.
Size: 60 cms Price: £275
Steiff and Royal Copenhagen porcelain have teamed up to produce a delightful boxed set of a fine blue Steiff Bear with porcelain pendant and Goldilocks figure. The set is limited and is definitely one for the discerning Collector. This is the first piece in what I anticipate will be a series.
Size: 30 cms Price: £270
I am sure all of you know that this is the Steiff year of the Elephant ! ( 100 years ago, Steiff first used an elephant stamped button and they are repeating the elephant motif just for this year only ). With this Bear, the elephant is on a medaillion attached to a collar. The Bear is in a fine and subtle shade of caramel and as usual the edition is 4,000 only. The Uk Bears always sell out so don't delay, and rermember, the elephant motif will not be repeated again.
Size: 38 cms Price: £199
This is such an adorable Bear ! In fact, on the Hugability scale, he is off the scale with a rating of 10+ ! Grizzly Ted is so unusual for Steiff and has special features usually associated with "artist" bears. Grizzly Ted is going to be a huge success and in an edition of only 2000 our allocation will be very limited which means this Bear will be available to all our regular customers and hopefully there will be some left over for casual internet customers, but first come first served !
Size: 40 cms Price: £299
This is the second Exhibition Bear and is sure to be a rapid sell out ! In 1904, Steiff were awarded a medal of excellence at the St Louis Expo USA and the Exhibition Bear carries a scaled down version of this famous medal. Please note, the edition is 1500 only and this Bear will be extremely scarce !
Size: 20 cms Price: £95
I love big Bears and this is one of the best. White Bears are something special, and this one, first made in 1907, but with boot button rather than brown black eyes, is the bes Steiff Bear this year. Don't delay - we are taking orders in March.
Size: 70 cms Price: £599
First made in 1953,in jet black mohair, in a very small edition (and as a result, original Bears from 1953 are very rare ), collectors now have the chance to add this most unusual Bear to their collection. Stuffed with wood shavings, a squeaker and glass eyes, and in an edition worldwide of only 3000, this Bear will be much in demand.
Size: 35 cms Price: £175
Made in an edition of only 3500 for the Uk and USA, Winnie the Pooh large will be a blast, and when I say blast, - I mean BLAST ! We are getting enquiries already! Don't miss out.
Size: 45 cms Price: £245
The PB 28 is 100 years old this year and was the first moving limbs Bear that was registered for utility model production. He has metal joints connected by metal rodds, shoe button eyes made of wood, and a replica wax nose. He has the elephant button and tag sewn in his side and also, he comes with an X ray photo to show the intermal rods.
Size: 28 cms Price: £290
Following on from last year's hugely successful Bear on Wheels, the Elephant on Wheels is made in an edition of only 1,000 and has the advantage of lovley cas iron wheels, the elephant button and a handsome red saddlecloth with his size, - 43- embroidered on.
Size: 43 cms Price: £480
Size: 14 cms Price: £114
This is the most appealing Rolly Polly - in my opinion - that Steiff have ever made, with his make believe grass, hand stitched applique flowers, and handsome blue bow. In an edition of 2004, he is selling well.
Size: 12 cms Price: £73
This is a little charmer ! - a really magical piece that will enhance any collection ! Limited 2004 pcs.
Size: 21 cms Price: £104
Pictured here sitting on the world, is the sought after Black Bear with collar. You can not have the world, but if you are quick, you may buy the Bear which is probably the most popular Steiff Bear of the year.
Size: 35 cms Price: £199
Good News ! The Steiff Christmas items are now in, and already some of these beautiful pieces are selling out ! The Silent Night musical Santa is in short supply and we only have 1 Christmas Pyramid left. Please call for availability and price.
Size: 30 cms Price: £POA
This lovely pink musical bear has been an instant success, and as soon as we get delivery from Steiff, we sell out and wait for more. The combination of a very soft pink and the "Lady Diana tune" - Candle in the wind has proved to be a winning combination. Stocks are limited !
Size: 32 cms Price: £240
This musical Santa has proved to be this year's most popular item. In an edition of only 2000 and playing one of my favorite Christmas songs - Silent Night - this Bear is nearly sold out and we only have one or two left - don't delay! Sold out for now, but give us a call.
Size: 30 cms Price: £199
This smart little Black Bear is a charmer. Made for the first Steiff Show at the Belfrey in July 2004, he has a Steiff golf ball plus bag which makes him unique, as previous golfing Bears by Steiff, have had golf clubs, but no ball ! This Bear in an edition of only 1500, is now nearly sold out. Don't delay.
Size: 15 cms Price: £95
Steiff seldom make mechanical items nowadays so the Rolly Drolly is a rarity. As the carriage is pulled along, both the Santa and the and the Bear rotate. This delightful piece, in and edition of only 1500, is for the discerning Collector. NB the Santa is 14cm and the Bear is 11 cm.
Size: 14 cms Price: £230
This magnificent Christmas centre piece is a joy to behold. When the candles are lit, the updraft turns the propellor and turns the tables - wonderful ! Count Von Zeppelin would be pleased as, when the candles burn down reducing the draft, you can alter the pitch of the propellors so that the tables keep turning. Only 1000 Pyramids have been made, and supply in short, so don't delay - although we are sold out, we may be able to get one or two more.
Size: 50 cms Price: £500
This is my favorite 2004 Christmas item - what could be better than a Bear in your Chistmas stocking ! - and not only that, the Bear is complete and not just the top half. We are nearly sold out, however, I am hoping that we will have a few left over to keep for our own collection.
Size: 14 cms Price: £75
I love Steiff Christmas Tree decorations, and this is no exception - blow the cost, there goes another £57 onto the value of our Christmas Tree ! - our Christmas Tree is now worth around £500 ! You can imagine what the insurance co. would say if ever we came to make a claim. Go on treat yourself !
Size: 11 cms Price: £57
Not all Bears can fly, but this one can ! With her neat little dress and soft white wings - real feather - this Angel is on her way to bring you a very merry Christmas ! - Nearly sold out !
Size: 11 cms Price: £59
Most of you will think of Turkey when you think of a Christmas bird so here's a sweet little gold bird that will bring to mind other things, maybe a tweety bird singing on Christmas Day ! This is the third Christmas bird, following on from the Robin and last year's blue tit and has been ever so popular. Buy now before he flies away !
Size: 8 cms Price: £45
Margaret Steiff's middle name was Appolonia, and this special Bear made after Margaret Steiff's very own Bear. Demand has been spectacular for this Bear and stocks are now very, very low. Temporarily out of stock, call for availability
Size: 40 cms Price: £189
Following on from the hugely successful Skater Bear, introduced last Christmas, Steiff have followed up with the Skier. This Bear was an immediate hit, and sales of the Skier gathered speed so that it is as if he has disappeared into a snow drift, but don't dismay, we have the Skier in stock !
Size: 12 cms Price: £115
Hunca Munca is a little charmer, and has been a best seller. Following on from the famous Beatrix Potter series which have been made already, - ( P. Rabbit, Mouse Taylor, Jeremy Fisher, Squirrel Nutkin, and Benjamin Bunny,) Hunca Munca sold out at Steiff very quickly, and due to late production - meaning we could not have them delivered last year - we have limited numbers in stock now - don't delay ! Temporarily out of stock, call for availability.
Size: 16 cms Price: £325
This is the last in the series of 70cm Bears introduced by Steiff Jackie in 1999, and Teddy Girl has been a legend ever since Nov. 1994 when a 1906 original fetched £110,000 at Christies auction in London! Steiff made a 40cm replica of Teddy Girl in 1997, which we have available in our Collector's department. This 70 cm is your last chance to buy a current Teddy Girl and in an edition of only 1,906, she is sure to sell out soon.
Size: 70 cms Price: £530
This wonderful green Bear is the first in a Richard Steiff series, and is significant inasmuch as this was the first Bear that he made incorporating the disc and pin joints which became the standard form of joint for the Teddy Bear used the world over ever since - sadly for Steiff, Richard Steiff never patented this invention. So now Steiff have made replicas in succession of all Richard Steiff's types of joint, starting with the string joint - PB 02, then the rod jointed PB 04 and now the 1908 disc and pin. In an edition of only 3,000 and being the first in a series this Bear is going to be a fast seller !
Size: 35 cms Price: £150
The original of this Teddy Clown made in 1926 lives in the Basle Puppenhausemuseum in Switzerland. In fine tipped mohair with centre seam this fine replica will grace any collection : Clown Bears have always been popular and this one, in an edition of only 3000 pieces world wide is fast selling out - don't delay !
Size: 32 cms Price: £175
This white replica celebrates his centenary this year, as it was exactly 100 years ago that Richard Steiff improved on his earlier string and rod joints and designed this Bear with cardboard disc joints. This system of jointing is still used today the world over, although, the discs are no longer cardboard. Wood proved to be much more durable, which was succeeded by plywood. In an edition of only 3000 pieces world wide this white Bear is proving to be very popular.
Size: 22 cms Price: £140
Every year the famous Margarete Steiff Co. come up with a fine Bear for the UK market but this year the UK Collector's Bear is exceptional. The deep curly apricot/gold Schulte mohair is dazzling and makes this Bear a "must-have" !
Everyone loves the Koala ! This charming marsupial is as much the mascot of Australia as the kangaroo although much less common and follows on from the UK and Ireland series of Bears which started with the UK Panda and continued with the inimitable Grizzly. In an edition of only 2000 this Bear is going to be extremely rare !
Size: 30 cms Price: £145
The Disney Epcot Festival in Florida USA is an important date in the Bear Calendar - we have never been to Epcot, although we have attended several other USA Festivals.However, this year we could not resist the Mickey Disney Bear - he's a little charmer ! Limited to only 1500 and with a double appeal -(Steiff and Disney), this is one of the best Bears on the market this year.
Size: 40 cms Price: £345
The four in hand Lowenbrau dray wagon is an exceptional piece and was made in an edition of only 500. The beautifully made wooden wagon and hand crafted shire horses have a wooden base with inset grooves to secure the wagon wheels, and the set is supplied with a perspex cover that fits over, so that the piece can be kept out on display and dust free. The set is completed by three Bears dressed as draymen, one as driver, and the other two, loading hands. The size given 97 cms, is the length.
Size: 97 cms Price: £750
We had Golly Boy, then Golly Girl, and now Golly Kids. They are delightful and make a superb family group for any Collection. Demand is high so don't delay as they are limited to 1500 pcs only. (If you missed out on Golly Boy and Golly Girl, we have them both, though at secondary prices.)
Size: 18 cms Price: £150
This is the 3rd UK musical Bear and each successive Bear is better than its predecessor ! The design is so unusual, - I just love it ! This Bear will sell out fast ! Temporarily out of stock, call for availability.
Size: 28 cms Price: £130
This is a very strong design, and although the yellow ticket Mr Cinnamon is a familiar Bear, this limited version is something special - so typically Steiff and huggable ! Mr Cinnamon is a must for any collection.
Size: 44 cms Price: £179
I love this Bear and his cosey wooden aeroplane ! It so reminds me of Rupert the Bear who was always having amazing adventures in his little plane !
Size: 12 cms Price: £169
This is a charming set as the lovely spotted Dalmatian, - Margarete's favorite - comes with a photo of her with her beloved dog ! I really like this combination - the picture of Margarete, sitting contentedly with her Dalmatian is very special.
Size: 30 cms Price: £109
The Beatrix Potter series gets better and better - the last two in the line-up - Mouse Taylor and Hunca Munca have positively flown off the shelves ! Order now so as not to be disappointed !
Size: 25 cms Price: £130
The Roloplan is a gem - you see Richard Steiff did not only design the Teddy Bear as we know it today, but also, a whole range of toys, kites, scooters, go-karts etc. and even the Steiff factory itself, - a revolutionary design using glass panels that is still extant today. The Roloplan was entirely Ricard's invention, so this set is a fine reminder of his inventiveness.
Size: 30 cms Price: £149
This is the hottest worldwide item this Autumn and some of our Collector's are mad over it. We are sold out, however, we have managed to find one or two more pieces, so call and you may be lucky ! Please note, there are 3 Bears - 30cm, 13 cm and 9cm.
Size: 30 cms Price: £660
This is a most unusual Zotty - black and pink. I was doubtful about this Bear to start with , however, Zotty has grown on me, and I think this Bear will be a sell out as the edition is only 1500, and there are a great many Zotty Collectors who will be keen to add him to their Collection.
Size: 26 cms Price: £115
For many years there has been a Disney Festival in Florida and in 2005 for the first time ever, Disney hosted a Festival in Tokyo, and commissioned Steiff to make a Winnie the Pooh to celebrate the event. He was made in 3 sizes, 24 cm limited 1000, 32 cm limited 500, and 42 cm limited 50. All those Bears purchased at the Festival, come with a special Disney pin - which is an important accessory, meaning that the Bear is worth a lot less without the pin. We only have only 1 in the 32cm size . Sorry, sold.
Size: 32 cms Price: £560
The charming Muffler Bear with his hand knitted red scarf is a 1934 replica, made for Japan. In off white mohair, with wood wool filling, the Muffler is very very huggable - one of my favorites ! In an edition of only 1500, he is a must have !
Size: 22 cms Price: £169
The Sailor Bear is self explanatory, - I mean there is no doubt about his sea-faring identity ! Made in genuine beige mohair in 2002, with wood wool filling, he is a replica from 1910 and in an edition of only 1500, is very sought after. We sold out of this Bear in 2002, but a recent "Bear Hunt" turned up several, I am sure we will not have them for long.
Size: 22 cms Price: £179
This is the last in the "on wheels" series which started with the Bear, followed on with the magnificent elephant, and now finishes with the superb camel : in this case, Steiff saved the best for last !
Size: 40 cms Price: £380
This solid alderwood table center piece is hand crafted to high Steiff specifications and the music box which plays a traditional German Christmas Carol " Oh du frohliche" is made by Reuge of Switzerland. The Bears are colour co ordinated and the piece is finished off with the hand made pewter plaque, each one with its individual number.
Size: 40 cms Price: £450
The Christmas Crib - limited 500 - sold out immediately and you can see why. Complete with baby Jesus, Joseph, Mary, and the attendant donkey, lamb and kneeling cow, what could better epitomise Christmas ? We still have one on order from Steiff but there is no guarantee that we will get it, but give us a call and you might be lucky.
Size: 40 cms Price: £500
The Showshoes Bear is the third in the series, - 1st Ice skater, - 2nd Skier, and now the snow walker, which has been the most popular of all - the detail is amazing ! We still have the Ice skater and Skier, if you want to complete the set, but stocks are limited.
Size: 18 cms Price: £119
This is the second Steiff Christmas musical Bear and Silent Night is a firm favorite for Christmas and we sold out our quota at once : however, we have sourced one or two more, so now is your chance!
Size: 30 cms Price: £139
The Tree Topper needs no explanation, and I can tell you that it made a wonderful addition to our Christmas Tree and was the envy of all our friends and neighbours ! The delivery came late, however, so we have one or two spare - don't delay !
This Bear has been in great demand, and you can see why : the Bear is adorable with thick curly mohair and brightly embroidered pads and he comes with the Royal Crown Derby porcelain matching Bear - a lovely combination. Limited to only 2000 pcs, we only have one or two remaining.
Size: 25 cms Price: £175
In real life, Polar Bears are fearsome and can be dangerous, but this Polar Bear is a "big softie" - made in fine Alpaca and beatifully hand finished, this Bear reminds me of the beauty and serenity of the Arctic ! Also, this is part of the the UK special series of UK exclusives which began with the stunning Panda in 2001.
Size: 40 cms Price: £249
This is the third Baby Set for the UK, and this set runs from 1999 - 2003 and comes boxed, stocks are limited and so don't delay !
Size: 12 cms Price: £390
Every year, Steiff pull out the stops for the UK market producing a superb special limited Bear as an UK exclusive and for 2006 we have the handsome 40 cm Caramel tipped in fine long and curly mohair. The edition is now only 3000, (instead of 4000) so don't delay !
The unicorn is of course a mythical horse which does not exist in real life, so make your dreams come true with this beautiful white alpaca version. We had extreme difficulty obtaining the unicorns from Steiff and although it is a Christmas 2005 item, we did not receive any until Feb. 2006, so, here at last is the Unicorn !
Size: 25 cms Price: £110
As usual, there is huge demand for the Steiff Christmas musical Santa, and with very limited stock, we expect to sell out shortly. This year the Bear is a fine white alpaca with green velvet cloak and the tune is " We wish you a Merry Christmas " The edition is limited to 2006.
Size: 30 cms Price: £150
This charming Christmas Tree decoration is delightfully dressed with a white tuile dress embroidered with gold and wild silk petticoat. The wings are white alpaca, with a gold border, set on Belliseime. Stocks are limited - don't delay.
Size: 20 cms Price: £129
The 2006 Manger provides the perfect compliment to the 2005 set and adds a Shepherd Bear and Shepherd Boy, 2 Lambs and a Billy Goat. They look great set out together, and next year, we are told, we will have the 3 Wise Men to add to the set ! Limited to only 1000 pcs.
Size: 22 cms Price: £379
The charming diorama has a base of real beechwood and the smowman is made from finest mohair with a felt hat - the Bear and the Snowman are both jointed. The edition is limited to 1500 only and we only have one piece left to sell.
Size: 10 cms Price: £199
These are sold separately and the price of each is £55. They come with a small Christmas bell and have a clip, so they can be attached easily to the tree. Each one is limited to 2006 pcs.
Size: 9 cms Price: £55
This is my favorite Christmas item this year - so adorable ! The Bear is pure mohair, and has an embroiderd saddle cloth of fine felt. Buy now whilest stocks last ! Limited to 2006 pcs.
Size: 12 cms Price: £55
The Brush Dax is an important example of the ingenuity of its designer, Richard Steiff. Apart from inventing the Teddy Bear, he liked to design functional items, such as a cigarette lighter, the roloplan, and a valve for pneumatic tyres : some of his ideas never went into full production, but were made as a special series and the Brush Dax is such an item. When I first saw it I knew right away that there was a place in my collection ! Limited to 1500 pcs.
The Romance Bear has been a big hit - collectors must be the Romantic kind ! Both the Bear, and the Bird are enhanced by subtle shading: the Bear is mohair, and the Bird, filigree mohair. Limited to 2006 pcs Sold out for now, call for availability.
Size: 32 cms Price: £160
Pierrot sold out more quickly than any other Steiff edition in 2006, so with stocks extremely limited, order immediately, as we only have one or two available. The edition is 2006.
Size: 26 cms Price: £119
Dolly was first produce by Steiff in 1913 for the American elections, with a red white and blue colour scheme. The body is fine dusky pink mohair and the ruff is best quality satin, contrasting well with the pure white head.
Size: 30 cms Price: £120
This delightful Bear has to be squeezed repeatedly but the effort is well rewarded with the iconic Beethoven melody - " Ode to Joy" ! Steiff do not often make this kind of music box, and it is therefore a must for the genuine collector. The Bear is also very appealing in a lovely gold.
Size: 35 cms Price: £230
This is the best UK Steiff Bear for a number of years. The tipped mohair is fabulous giving a depth of colour from light to dark caramel which is contrasted with a fine satin dark red bow. As usual he has the deep Steiff " growl " - you could not wish for a finer Bear ! Limited to only 3000.
Old Black Bear has a grey tipped black mohair, hence the "old" description. With his fine pink bow and nose, he is handsome indeed. Now in editions of only 3000, the Uk Bears are a must !
Size: 40 cms Price: £150
This Bear is the last in a special UK series that started in 2003 with the adorable Panda (available but at secondary price), continued with the Grizzly, Koala and Polar Bears, and now the Moon Bear - Steiff have saved the best until last.Limited to only 2000.
This is an amazing Bear ! Apart from his dramatic charisma, the Phantom has an unique voice-control facility, so that you can choose which tune - out of 7- you want him to play,and how loud or soft, by speaking in English or German ! This is a first for Steiff, - they have never made a voice controlled Bear before, and is a must for Collectors !The edition is 2,000.
Size: 30 cms Price: £220
Squirrel Nutkin was the 2nd of the Steiff Beatrix Potter series which began in 2002 with Peter Rabbit and is one of my favorites ! In real life, red squirrels are scarce, and so now is this charming Steiff version, complete with his lunch for the day, - a forest acorn. Limited 1500 pcs.
Size: 20 cms Price: £139
This is one of the best of Steiff's Beatrix Potter series. Tiggy Winkle's fur is cleverly "spiked" to give the appearance and feel of prickles ! Produced in 2005 in an edition of 1500 only, and with charming bonnet, pinney, and leather shoes, Mrs Tiggy Winkle is just the best !
Size: 25 cms Price: £129
This Grizzly is mega adorable ! - one of my favorites - I just love the fur ! Who can resist ?
Size: 60 cms Price: £300
This Winnie is the biggest ever from Steiff, and will not be bettered ever again, as Steiff no longer have the Disney licence to make A.A. Milne's famous characters which is a shame, however, console yourself by ordering - you won't regret it !
Size: 80 cms Price: £450
I love this Bear - his size - not too big and yet not too small - and the wonderful details such as the moth holes and the stained wood wool showing through. The 1908 Vintage is a must !
The Million hugs, so called because in 1907 Steiff made 973,999 Bears ! And so Steiff have recalled this land mark, one hundred years later with the 45 cm Million Hugs. This Bear sold out very quickly and stocks are very limited so don't delay !
Size: 45 cms Price: £225
The BMW 328 roadster speaks for itself - originally made for competition, the 328 was made in a small production run of 300 in the late 1930s. This famous marque has been skilfully crafted in metal, with opening hood, functioning doors and wheels and bonnet, and detailed engine. There is a hard top included, and note the number plate HDH for Heidenheim, near to Giengen, and 127 for the number of years of the Steiff company. There has been huge demand so don't delay ! Temporarily out of stock, call for availability.
Size: 00 cms Price: £289
This delightful Bear embroidered with Summer flowers is a real treat. Made for the 2007 Steiff Festival and only available in Giengen Brenz, the Sommer Bear has been a sell out. As participants in the Festival, we were able to purchase a small quantity, so , buy now while stocks last !
Size: 28 cms Price: £129
The Brushdax is a delightful example of Richard's Steiff's ingenuity as a designer - he loved to invent, and he liked things that worked - also he himself owned a Dachshund - hence the Brushdax, a velvet dachshund with a brush. The edition is limited to 1500 pcs and is a true collector's item.
Size: 22 cms Price: £130
At last ! Rupert has finally going into production, and should be on the shelves in a few weeks - hopefully, by the end of October 07 !
Size: 28 cms Price: £180
Size: 20 cms Price: £110
Size: cms Price: £325
Size: 55 cms Price: £225
This is one of my favorite Bears of 2007 and is good value for his size ! We still have the UK Special ecdition Grizzly (35cm), so with the 9cm version,you can make up a set of 3 - a big sized Bear a middle size and a baby !
Size: 60 cms Price: £290
At last ! - Here is a real Bear ! - no gimmicks, voice boxes, funny colours etc. In an edition of only 3000, this Bear is must have for any collection, to remind us what a traditional Bear should look like !
Size: 38 cms Price: £140
Edward Trunk will be shortly coming into stock and so Rupert will be pleased - he's been a bit lonely since Christmas, not having any of his pals to go on adventures with ! For those who intend to buy the whole series, we will offer a discount, and other privileges. Order now !
Size: 28 cms Price: £150
I was expecting that this Bear would be kitted out with a smappy suit with gold buttons and pill box hat ! However, his unique fur and "hug me" look meant that I was not at all disappointed! Order now as he is sure to be popular !
Size: 40 cms Price: £159
In the Beatrix Potter story first published in 1913, poor Pigling Bland was sent to Market ! This fine Steiff version is the latest in the series which started with 2002 with Peter Rabbit - in superb mohair, in his Sunday Best and with his special bundle, Pigling Bland cuts quite a dash !
Size: 33 cms Price: £150
I hope someone has been "looking after this Bear" because he was supposed to arrive last Autumn ! This is the second mohair limited edition of this famous Bear from Steiff - this time with black hat and blue coat and of course with suitcase. Stocks are limited.
Cinderella from Brothers Grimm, is the 1st in a new Fairytale series. As you can see, she is magnificently attired in wild silk and organza with intricate embroidery and on her left paw is perched a charming dove. This is our last piece, as, in an edition of only 500, Cinderella was much in demand.
Size: 3 cms Price: £495
This is the 3rd Steiff Festical Bear, and as such is not an UK or Worldwide edition, however, there is no separate Festival section on our web site. This Bear was only available at The Steiff Sommer 08, and was very popular - you can see why, - the soft pink mohair, and delciate blue embroidery make a fine combination - and will enhance any collection. Limited numbers avaialbable
Size: 22 cms Price: £99
The 1909 Replica is famous because Margarete, herself, was pictured in her wheel chair, holding a Bear, and the 1909 is a replica of this Bear.In fine light blond mohair, excelsior stuffing and hand stitched nose, he also has the underscored Steiff trademark button. Limited 1909 pcs.
Size: 46 cms Price: £235
This charming duo, speak for themselves : I love the fur lined parka - it looks so warm and snug ! Equally charming is the little alpaca penguin with outstretched mini wings. The edition is 1,500 pieces only.
Size: 25 cms Price: £189
This is the 1st in a Lladro Seasons set, and as you would expect of an Autumn Bear, is a warm ochre-gold. Note the hand made floral head dress an example of the best of lladro craftmanship. The edition is 2000 only.
Size: 28 cms Price: £265
Flocke means snowflake - a very appropriate name for such a soft, girl polar bear. In beautiful alpaca, Flocke is in a worldwide edition of only 3000.
Size: 30 cms Price: £169
This fine Bear headlined the Steiff 2007 range and was a best seller. The Bear celebrated the introduction into the Steiff range of the so called growler : this was a Steiff invention, although they never managed to secure the patent, and consequently it is in general use throughout the Bear industry.
Size: 45 cms Price: £230
Aunt Lucy - from Darkest Peru ! There is something about Aunt Lucy - the bowler hat, the glasses, outfit etc. she's so bizarre, but very lovable !
Size: 35 cms Price: £189
The special feature of this Bear is its colour : Steiff have simulated a faded black - this gives a "tipped" appearance, although the itention was to make a black Bear, that had been kept in bright conditions, meaning that the ends of the black mohair had faded. This "faded black" is finely contrasted with a soft pink bow, and the Bear has outlined boot button eyes.
Size: 38 cms Price: £130
When Steiff took back the Steiff Festival from Gunther Pfeiffer in 2006, one of their innovations was a special mini Sommer Bear, in an edition of only 130. These are very sought after, because they are cute, and also, because of the low edition - normally, 500 is the minimum. The colour is a rich browny gold and not 2 tone, as the photo suggests.
Size: 18 cms Price: £295
This was the second Steiff Sommer mini Bear.
This was the 3rd Steiff Sommer Festival Bear, and the "rose" colour proved to be very successful, incoporating the embroidered techique, orginally used in the Club "Flowers".
This is fifth Steiff Sommer mini Festival Bears, and I think, the best. Steiff have chosen a slightly smaller size, in a subtle off white, which is very effectively complimented by an exqusitie flower decoration.
Size: 16 cms Price: £295
Complete with so'wester, raincoat and boots, this Paddington is dressed for and English Summer ! - although this year he would have been on the hot side. He comes with box and hand certificate , in a limited edition. Currently he is the only Steiff limited edition Paddingto that we have.
Size: cms Price: £120
Fulda set, complete with Sled, 6 huskies, Musher, and Polar Bear. There are 3 parts to this set, and the 2nd - the Musher and 2 huskies, and the Polar Bear and 2 huskies are available separately. Please ring 01803 866868 for quotation.
Size: 40 cms Price: £665
A limited edition from 1999, Teddy Bu cuts quite a dash with his very smart waist coat. He comes with a bag and certificate and was in an editon of 4,000 pieces world wide - this sounds a big amount, however, in 1999, world wide editions sometimes were as high as 7, 8,9, or 10,000. Teddy Bu also comes in gold, and dark brown.
Size: 30 cms Price: £115
Teddy Bu was a 1999 world wide limited editon of 4,000 pieces - not a large number for the time - and cuts quite a dash with his waist jacket.He has certificate and carrying bag, and is also available in white and dark brown.
Teddy Bu was a world wide limited edition from 1999 and in an editon of 4,000, not a large amount for the time, and comes with smart waist coat, certificate, and unusually for 1999, a carrying bag. Teddy Bu is also available in white and gold.
Snobby was a yellow ticket Bear, but had special, if not unique features for a Steiff Bear of its time - around 1999 - . These features were the bent knees and eye make up, more akin to Artist Bears of the late 1990s. These features, combined with a luxurious curly mohair, make this Bear a must for any collection. Because of its strangeness to the Steiff type, it was not so popular, and I don't think that many were made.
Size: 36 cms Price: £110
Snobby has unusual features for a Steiff Bear - eye make up, and bent knees, - similar to Artist Bear designs of the late 1990s. It was unfamiliar to Steiff Collectors, and also, being a yellow ticket Bear, they did not go for it, meaning that not many were made and so Snobby is now a sought after Collector's Bear. We also have Snobby in gold and a soft pink.
Size: 36 cms Price: £115
The Golden Age of Circus, started in 1986, with the Calliope. The Elephant and harness was made by Steiff, and the wooden wagon, hand made in the USA. The Calliope was followed by the Circus lion, giraffe, tiger, and Bears in successive years, each item having its own unique wagon cage. The Calliope has a music box which plays a well known circus tune. The Steiff Circus is available as a whole set - call 01803 866868 for a quotation.
Size: 25 cms Price: £399
The Circus lion came out in 1987, after the Calliope, the second item in the limited edition series. The lion was made by Steiff in Germany and the wagon cage, hand made in the USA. We have this item available on its own, or as part of a complete set. Call 01803 866868 for details.
Size: 25 cms Price: £260
The Steiff Golden Age of Circus, began in 1986, and the giraffe was added in 1988 - and as can be seen, the giraffe is too tall for the wagon cage, and so his head protrudes out of the top !
The Circus tiger came out in 1989, the last but one in the series. We do not have this item available on its own, only as part of the set - call 01803 866868.
Size: 25 cms Price: £POA
This was the last in the Golden Age of Circus series, and came out in 1990. The 2 Bears have the wagon cage, a ladder, and a table for their picnic ! This item is only available as part of the complete set - phone 01803 866868
The original Harlequin Bear was sold at Christie's auction on October 13th and fetched £38,000: it was made in the 1930s as a prototype, but never put into production at the time. When the seamstress who had made it retired, she asked if she could have the Harlequin Bear, and so it left the Steiff factory, and did not return until the Steiff Festival in 2000, where it was first sold - for around euro 53,000. Here, you can buy a Club limited edition version, for only £145 !
Size: 35 cms Price: £145
Coca Cola Polar Bear.
Coca Colar Polar Bear cub - (smaller version of Coca Cola Polar Bear.) Came out in 2000.
Size: 22 cms Price: £40
Bastian the Nostalgic Teddy Bear. Edition 1,500, gold plated button, and leather collar.
Size: 38 cms Price: £175
The Christmas Reh - or calf -, came out in 2001 and was an instant sell out, and as a result, Steiff made Christmas Deers in subsequent years, although none was so successful as the Christmas Reh.
Size: 20 cms Price: £75
Christmas Deer standing, 2004 limited 1500 pcs
Size: 24 cms Price: £115
This Bear is a collector's item - made as a replica, it will have all the specifications and characteristics of the 1905 original - size, mohair, filling, eyes, etc. Note the discrepancy in size - although the PAB 22, the Bear stands 32 cm high : this was because, in the early days, Steiff Bears were usually measured in the sitting position.
Size: 32 cms Price: £189
The dark blue alpaca was made in 2007, as part of a series, that started with the charcoal alpaca in 2006. A special feature of this Bear is the leather collar, which is emboossed with the Steiff button. The edition was 2007 pieces.
Size: 33 cms Price: £169
The dark green with collar, was the last alpaca Bear in the series, and came out in 2008. A special feature of these Bears was the collar embossed with the Steiff button. There were 2008 pieces made.
Over the many years of the Steiff company, a huge number of elephants of various kinds have been produced. However, very few of them are jointed, which makes this elephant unusual - in fact a rarity for the discerning Steiff collector.
Size: 22 cms Price: £245
First made in 1909,(but in felt.) this elephant was also made in blue - colours familiar to the cognoscenti of Richard Steiff Bears. This mohair elephant is a true replica, filled with wood wool, and with real glass eyes.
Size: 17 cms Price: £125
This very special Titanic Bear was produced in 1991 as the UK Collector's Steiff Bear in a limited edition of only 3,000 pieces. The original was made in 1912, as a mark of respect for the loss of life as a result of the Titanic disaster, and this is a replica of that 1912 Bear. Occasionally, a 1912 original turns up, but they cost thousands ! This Bear is no. 80, and has box and certificate.
Size: 48 cms Price: £POA
This is a big Bear ! Made in 1993, this fine replica of a 1907 Bear is now scarce - we have not had one for 12 years. Steiff do not make Bears this size any more - this is an exceptional buy, the box is perfect with outer cover, and the Bear has not been out of the box !.
Size: 70 cms Price: £600
The 1908 gold (gelb) Richard Steiff replica, was the second in the series, made in 2006 - note the long arms, centre seam and 4 claws, dintinctive features of the Richard Steiff design.
The Pink 1908 Richard Steiff replica was made in 2007, and was the 3rd in the series, following on from the green, and gold. Note the classic Richard Steiff features - long pointed muzzle, long arms and boot button eyes.
This was the 4th and last in the series, and made in 2008. Note the typical Richard Steiff features - short pile plush, centre seam and long arms.
For Huggability, Toffee scores a maximum 6 ! - and to underline this, he is already sold out at Steiff !
Size: 37 cms Price: £165
Steiff launched the 1st Teddy Bear in 1902, and by 1910 the brand was well established and looking for innovations, so Albert Schlopsnics designed the Pantom bear - short for pantomime, which with the aid of strings, was able to walk realistically. This replica was produced by Steiff in 1998, and comes complete with instructions taken from the original 1910 operating manual. Ps he is sitting down with strings unattached, resting from his tiring walk !
Size: 55 cms Price: £390
The yelow ticket Mr Cinnamons were made up until 2001, and are now collectable. This one is the largest size made - 50cm - and because of his size, was always an expensive item. This Bear is in fine condition, and there is no wear. The price £179- is roughly the original recommended price (from 10years ago) - but today, such a Bear would cost upwards of £200 to make, and the mohair would not be such good quality.
Size: 50 cms Price: £179
This was the 3rd Steiff Sommer Festival Bear, beautifully finished in a fine soft pink mohair, with the popular embroidery, this time in blue. Steiff Sommer Bears come with certificates, and also, with boxes - (the older Gunther Pfeiffer Festival bears, had no boxes.) This item is brand new, as per ex. Steiff, and has outer covering.
Size: 25 cms Price: £75
Black Bears are much sought after, and the 2011 British collector's is no exception, - a fine combination of 1920s inspired designs by Richard Steiff, and luxurious black mohair, finely crafted in the Steiff factory. There are only 2000 pieces world wide.
Size: 36 cms Price: £160
The adorable Sooty, came about in 1948, when Harry Corbett purchased a Puppet Bear in Blackpool, which he then used in his Magic Show. Sooty was spotted in 1952 by a BBC producer, and the rest, as they say, is history. Sooty is an UK exclusive, and limited to 2,000 pieces only. He comes boxed and with certificate, and of course, his iconic magic wand.
This is the 2nd in the European Series, and follows on from last year's Cl Elefantle. The larger size Bonzo was a sell out, so don't miss out on this one - he's a little charmer ! Limited 1,500 pcs.
Size: 14 cms Price: £105
By 1905. Richard Steiff, nephew of the famous Margarete, had perfected the Teddy Bear, with moveable joints made possible by the now familiar cottar pins and wooden discs. To celebrate this, in 2005, Steiff made a replica for Club members of the 1905 Bear, in signature grey mohair, together with a Camel pin cushion, and facsimile of Richard's sketch book. The Bear and Camel have the same number, the Bear having carrying bag and certificate, and the Camel with certificate and display box. Since 2005, the £ has lost considerable value against the Euro, and what with general price rises, this set would today cost in the region of £300.
Back in stock, after a long absence, we are pleased to offer the 70th anniversary Japan Mickey and Minnie set. Released exclusively in Japan in 1999, the set comes in a wooden box, with certificate - limited 3,000 - and it is perfect - Mickey and Minnie have only been out of their box, once.
Size: 25 cms Price: £365
This was the most impressive Steiff creation of the famous Beatrix Potter series. Firstly, Jemima P. is much larger than any of the other Beatrix Potter characters, and in stunning white plush, with very fetching scarf bonnet. Photo will be available shortly.
Size: 35 cms Price: £179
2012 Steiff Christmas Musical
Size: 35 cms Price: £142
Holly Teddy Bear Christmas 2012
Size: 30 cms Price: £165
Christmas Rose Ice ornament 2012
Size: 12 cms Price: £65
Xorry Fox Christmas 2012
Size: 18 cms Price: £83
The bell ringer is a separate item of fom the blue tit, although both are Christmas tree decorations. The blue tit, the third of the bird series which started with the Robin, is available at £35.
Size: 15 cms Price: £55
This Steiff version of Steamboat Willie was made in 1999 as a limited edition, which was 70 years since Mickey's first appearance, in Walt Disney's film, of 1928, although it was Deans of England, who made the first 3 dimensional Mickey. ( Walt Disney himself did not think that Mickey would go far as a 3 dimensional toy, so he allowed Deans to do so, without a licence fee !! - and the rest, as the saying goes, is history ) Steamboat has a display box and stand, with ships wheel, however, if shown behind ship's wheel on stand, most of Mickey is obscured, so I have photograped him out of his stand. He is as supplied by Steiff and has only been out of his box for the photo call.
Size: 22 cms Price: £159
To celebrate 60th anniversary of the famous Movie, Steiff in conjunction with Disney made thie charming Bambi - who didn't cry when they first saw the Movie ? Steiff have captured so well the excited innocence of Bambi, ready to explore the forest.
Size: 22 cms Price: £84.50
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