Teddy Bears and Steiff Animals

by Margaret Mandel

This series is considered to be the standard reference among collectors of teddy bears and Steiff collectibles. Each book contains hundreds of full-color examples, loads of information, complete... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0891452672
• ISBN13: 9780891452676
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Collector Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Classic reference

This is a nicely organized book chock-full of great pictures. It begins with a brief history of the teddy bear, conservation tips, and guidelines on what to look for when investing in a bear. It moves on to discuss Steiff dolls and animals with guidelines for evaluating Steiff dolls/animals for purchase or sale. The book covers miniature bears, Teddy Bears before 1940, Teddy Bears from 1940-1980, contemporary Teddy Bears (as of 1984), artist bears, Teddy Bear related items, Steiff Dolls, Steiff Animals before 1940, and Steiff Animals from 1940-1984. Hundreds of items are photographed and described in detail with notations on what adds value and/or is rare. Even though the first edition came out eighteen years ago, it still remains a classic reference/guide and it is updated every few years.