Baby Alfonzo – Steiff – Year 1995 – Ltd ed of 5,000 pcs – Exclusively for Teddy Bears of Witney – EAN 653773

Description

In 1908 Steiff made Alfonzo, a 13″ red bear, which was bought by the Grand Duke of Russia for his daughter, Princess Xenia Georgievna. In 1914 Alfonzo accompanied Princess Xenia to Buckingham Palace. The outbreak of war during their summer holiday prevented their return to Russia. Princess Xenia and Alfonzo stayed in London and so avoided the Revolution of 1917. Alfonzo remained in Princess Xenia’s family until 1989 when he was bought at Christies, London by Ian Pout of “Teddy Bears” of Witney for a world record price. (From the Baby Alfonzo’s Certificate.)

Teddy Bear Baby Alfonzo. Made in Germany by Steiff exclusively for British retailer Teddy Bears of Witney, UK, in a limited edition of 5,000 pieces. This is # 3154. Year 1995.

Baby Alfonzo is made of sparkling red mohair plush, traditionally stuffed with the finest wood shavings and carefully finished by hand. Nose and claws are hand-stitched. Alfonzo wears a cossack-outfit. Baby Alfonzo is inspired in design by the original Alfonzo. He comes in perfect condition with box and certificate. White and red tag in ear, and Button in Ear trademark.

Baby Alfonzo has his own Princess Xenia, and she wears his brooch.

Baby Alfonzo has been living in a non-smoking environment with a grown-up collector. He is approx. 24 cm / 9.5 inches.

This cute little boy is now looking for a new loving home.

This is a collector’s item.