Steiff Lying Leopard – possible store display – huge 34 inches!
Steiff Lying Leopard head
Item: Steiff Lying Leopard – possible store display – huge 34 inches!
Circa: 1950’s
Condition: Good used condition (see additional information)
This huge Steiff Lying Leopard, with mesmerising glow-in-the-dark green eyes, is truly a rare find. This Steiff leopard most likely headlined as a store display for the Steiff Lying Leopard range, introduced in the 1950’s and which featured numerous different sizes of this lovely leopard.
The leopard is composed of mohair and straw filled, with floss stitched nose and paw outlines. This vintage leopard still retains three of its original whiskers and its steely green-eyed stare, although he is lacking his nickle ear button and neck pendant. This big beauty has survived well over the years, however, it is not without its faults. There is damage to tail end and light damage to the left ear along with hair loss around the ears.
Steiff Lying Leopard – Extra large!
This is a beautiful toy and a long term collectable, perfect for a child’s nursery. I love it and my dog will stand staring at its eyes for minutes.
Hope you like it,
See you soon,
Annie
