VRare Early Steiff White Monkey With Button 1908 - 1913 Old Antique Teddy Bear Pal
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:343029 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany |
| Features: Antique | Decade: 1900s |
| Main Colour: White | Animal: Monkey |
| Brand: Steiff | EAN: Does not apply |
Very Rare Early Steiff White Monkey With Button 1908-1913 Old Antique Teddy Bear Pal
This is Byron, a very early and rare, white, jointed Monkey. He was produced by Steiff in Germany between the period of 1908-1913.
Remarkably, he's retained his boot button eyes, and his all important Steiff ear button which even has the tiny remains of the white paper label behind it.
He measures around 34cm from the top of his head to his toes, and when seated he's about 22cm high.
He's g...ot such an adorable felt face and the crossed stitching is typical of Steiff's dolls of this period.
His limbs and neck are jointed, and his knees and elbows are bent to give him the look of being in motion.
He is woodwool stuffed throughout, and has a tiny squeaker in his tummy that no longer works.
Byron's felt is in fantastic condition with just one small hole on his right foot. Although his mohair has yellowed over the past 110 years, it is also generally in very good condition - just a little thinning in places and a few small sparse areas. The wire in the tip of his tail has rusted a little and caused the mohair backing to darken.
As you can see in the photos, he doesn't stand but he's still poseable. His joints are a little loose due to the length and weight of his arms and legs.
On close inspection, you can see that he's had some minor repairs to the top of his chest, just under his chin, but when he's facing you it's almost not noticeable.
All in all, he's a wonderful little teddy bear friend, and would add character to any collection.I always combine postage costs where applicable. Any questions please message me :-)
If you have any questions, or would like more information, photos or videos (as photos never do justice) please contact me using the Business Seller Information at the bottom of the page.
Please note this is a vintage toy that is not intended for small children.
This is Byron, a very early and rare, white, jointed Monkey. He was produced by Steiff in Germany between the period of 1908-1913.
Remarkably, he's retained his boot button eyes, and his all important Steiff ear button which even has the tiny remains of the white paper label behind it.
He measures around 34cm from the top of his head to his toes, and when seated he's about 22cm high.
He's g...ot such an adorable felt face and the crossed stitching is typical of Steiff's dolls of this period.
His limbs and neck are jointed, and his knees and elbows are bent to give him the look of being in motion.
He is woodwool stuffed throughout, and has a tiny squeaker in his tummy that no longer works.
Byron's felt is in fantastic condition with just one small hole on his right foot. Although his mohair has yellowed over the past 110 years, it is also generally in very good condition - just a little thinning in places and a few small sparse areas. The wire in the tip of his tail has rusted a little and caused the mohair backing to darken.
As you can see in the photos, he doesn't stand but he's still poseable. His joints are a little loose due to the length and weight of his arms and legs.
On close inspection, you can see that he's had some minor repairs to the top of his chest, just under his chin, but when he's facing you it's almost not noticeable.
All in all, he's a wonderful little teddy bear friend, and would add character to any collection.I always combine postage costs where applicable. Any questions please message me :-)
If you have any questions, or would like more information, photos or videos (as photos never do justice) please contact me using the Business Seller Information at the bottom of the page.
Please note this is a vintage toy that is not intended for small children.
