z(1905) Steiff. August showcased by Laura Fitzpatrick Golden Plush The embroidered one is earlier

The embroidered one is earlier and printed one with the zigzag stitching into the 1950s

Sold Matilda is a gorgeous bear

circa 1907

I think that's enough to put him in this section

z(1905) Steiff. August showcased by Laura Fitzpatrick Golden Plush The embroidered one is earlierAugust, 16 in. 1905 Steiff. Believe he is apricot colour, had a side squeaker which is now in the middle. Left foot has original hot pink felt lining and the other was recovered to match. He has a lot of restoration and his face has been re stitched patched. Eyes and paw stitches (I think) original I think every thing's all original. May have originally been cinnamon that's faded, not sure. . Description Date 1905 Make Steiff Fabric Mohair apricot