z(1964) Dean's Hug-me. Josie Rockett. Plush Date 1906 Make Steiff Button

Date 1906 Make Steiff Button Label Fabric Mohair Blond Size 14 ins Eyes B Button Features Original Stitching Jointed Fully Jointed Pads Felt Stuffing Woodwool Clothes

Previous owner found him at an estate sale in Massachusetts in 1963 and has cherished him ever since

I love how the cork stuffing in his head a settled a little giving him a bit of a droopy muzzle

with clear and black glass eyes with remains of brown painted backs

jointed limbs with felt pads

z(1964) Dean's Hug-me. Josie Rockett. Plush Date 1906 Make Steiff ButtonShowcased by Josie Rockett. This lovely boy is a Dean's Hug me bear made in 1964 only. He is modelled as a real bear and is posed on all fours. He is made from a mixture of wool and artificial plush. He has orange plastic safety eyes and a traditional black stitched nose and mouth. He was most likely made to appeal to very young children. He is very soft stuffed, possibly with foam? He is so incredibly squishy and cuddly! No wonder he got the name Hug