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Whitie

Teddy Bear
ca. 1907 (manufactured)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This is an early example of a Steiff bear. Its long slender limbs, pointed muzzle and slight hump on the back are all typical of a Steiff bear of this age and type. This bear is called Whitie and is made from white mohair, which is quite unusual. The bear has worn a little girl's dress for many years and has had many repairs.

Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleWhitie (popular title)
Materials and techniques
Stuffed and sewn mohair plush
Brief description
White mohair plush teddy bear made in Germany by Steiff about 1907
Physical description
White mohair plush fully jointed teddy bear. The eyes are black boot button and the nose, mouth and claws stitched with black wool. The stuffing is wood wool.
Dimensions
  • Height: 51cm
Production typeMass produced
Credit line
Given by Mrs Edwards
Summary
This is an early example of a Steiff bear. Its long slender limbs, pointed muzzle and slight hump on the back are all typical of a Steiff bear of this age and type. This bear is called Whitie and is made from white mohair, which is quite unusual. The bear has worn a little girl's dress for many years and has had many repairs.
Collection
Accession number
MISC.566-1984

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Record createdNovember 6, 2003
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