STEIFF Lion Hand Puppet ~ 1936-43 Rare! bunny

STEIFF Lion Hand Puppet ~ 1936-43 Rare! bunnySteiff produced adorable toys during its early years. Some of their favourite animals were also developed as hand puppets. This old little Lion is a great example of Steiff's adorable prewar hand puppets and was beautifully handmade in Germany between 1936 43. Just by the proportions and the way it is sewn, you can tell how meticulously crafted this toy was. Lion's baby like expression, with hand stitched nose and mouth, is captivating. This puppet

And this toy is special not only because of its attractive appearance but also because it is an early model #317 made between 1955-58

Made in Italy

one of the characters of the world renown Punch & Judy Theater

With button and ear tag #6640/17

Small hole on one hand

Year: Circa 1930s

It is no surprise that these toys are adored and highly sought after by collectors

Monkey's large eyes and ears give it a vivid expression that is unique

likely made in the early 1900s

Mopsy's head is stuffed with excelsior (wood wool) and has a plastic finger tube for movement

button eyes

Its expression with glass eyes is endearing