Steiff Teddy Bear Replica 1912 – 50 cm

Description

From a seafaring tragedy, the most sought-after Steiff bears were born.

On the 14 April 1912 the passenger liner “Titanic” was speeding towards New York on her maiden transatlantic voyage.

When it struck a gigantic iceberg, and in less than three hours the liner had sunk.

Over 1,500 people died and England was plunged into mourning.

Steiff paid its respects by honouring England with specially produced black “mourning” bears.

Less than 500 of these “mourning” bears were produced exclusively for England in the year of sadness.

Touching a chord, they sold out quickly.

Today they are some of the most sought-after bears in the world.

This is a fine replica of one of these exceptionally rare Teddy bears.

Features:

• Height 50 cm / 20 Inches
• Limited Edition of 912 pieces
• Button in Ear: “underscored button” made of patinated steel
• Stuffed with wood shavings
• Growler
• 5-way Jointed
• Wooden eyes
• Made of the finest mohair
• Surface washable