Jimmy Teddy Bear 22"

Steiff has been making plush toys and collectibles since the company was founded in 1880 by Margarete Steiff. The Steiff company invented the iconic and beloved teddy bear in 1902. Since the Steiff company was founded, more than 16,000 different plush designs have been created. It is not uncommon for vintage Steiff pieces to be sold on the secondary market for thousands of dollars. Steiff utilizes luxury materials in the production of its highly prized products, including mohair, cashmere, alpaca, 100% cotton velvet, 100% wool felt, and valuable woven plush that is usually reserved for the high fashion industry. Steiff animals come to life during a multitude of elaborate steps and loving work by hand. Steiff plush animals are truly an expression of high-quality creativity and first-class craftsmanship. Many of the higher-end Steiff plush animals are intended for collectors and not intended to be children's toys.