No. 62 · August 2007 PRODUCED FOR STEIFF CLUB MEMBERS Organisatorisches Neuregelung der Zuordnung zu einem Club-Händler Die Zuordnung zu einem Club-Händler hat den Vorteil der Betreuung vor Ort und ist bei der Organisation von Club- Veranstaltungen von Bedeutung: Club- Händler laden die ihnen zugeordneten Mitglieder ein. Bisher war die Zuordnung auch verknüpft mit der letzten Bestel- lung einer exklusiven Club-Edition. Die- se Regelung wird ab sofort aufgehoben. Kauf und Zuordnung sind ab sofort von- einander unabhängig. Es gilt der uns zuletzt schriftlich oder telefonisch gemeldete Wunsch der Händlerzuord- nung. Steiff Sommer 2007 EDITORIAL Dear Steiff Friends, The second “Steiff With weather that could Would you have thought that soft toys than a few had just managed to acquire not have been better, the 2 nd could talk to each other? That they could a favourite item – greatly coveted, long gather thousands of people round them? searched-for, suddenly found on one of “Steiff Summer” attracted And that they could multiply their value the often lovingly decorated stands of crowds of visitors to within seconds? It is an exciting world – Giengen on the last the world of Steiff animals at the second weekend of June. I would Steiff Summer in Giengen. like to thank most warmly It goes without saying that the “Steiff the many Club members Summer” again attracted people with the from Germany and abroad most differing interests this year – who came to celebrate with children, parents, dealers, Steiff collec- us. “Steiff Summer” would not be conceivable without tors and enthusiasts, craftsmen, fair- ground entertainers… And they all took you! advantage of this ideal weekend – New and antique items weatherwise too – to celebrate their own A wide-ranging programme was designed to ensure personal Steiff festival! that the journey to Giengen was worthwhile for everyone. For some, the Collectors’ Market in the Collectors’ meeting point – the community hall community hall and the special auction were of particular interest and for others the adventure Large carrier bags and happy people museum or the Teddy bear workshop were the greatest toting them dominated the scene in and attraction. The children were delighted with the outside the Giengen community hall. More many games, the puppet theatre in the children’s The show production tent, the showpiece display or the funfair attractions. The following report and pictures summarise the major events at the “Steiff Summer 2007”. I hope that those of you who came enjoyed the programme and that we will be able to welcome you and lots of other members again next year. So enjoy reading our summer magazine! Your Inge Zinnecker Steiff Club Manager Signing sessions Knut belongs to Berlin with Joachim Steiff as does “Bärenstark” 2 Summer” in Giengen dealers from all over the world. And For just € 25 per person, you could climb what else? The company “Ladenburger on board! At the Crafts Market, things Spielzeugauktion”, which also acted were quieter but just as interesting. There as auctioneer on Saturday evening, were glass eyes being made and dolls assessed the value of collectors’ items. presented. Visitors could try their hand at Joachim Steiff signed original Steiff felting, watch weaving, see how little animals, irrespective of whether people crowns were made. One theme was dolls’ had brought them with them or just bought wigs, together with wood shavings, the them. There were rarities and items exclusive fur of the 125-carat bear... for auction to be admired. And then, of course, there was Strupp the fox being (continued on the following page) made right before the eyes of visitors. A lion on a pincushion (1909 – 1919), Limited to an edition of 500, he was only perhaps the star of the next auction? available for order during the event. Colourful and bustling – the funfair and co. The children were entranced with round- abouts, the children’s Olympics, a puppet theatre and loved having their faces made up. And alongside were the climbing tower (with some very nimble climbers right at the top), a magician, photo opportunities with “Knopf” and the chance of a sightse- eing flight over Giengen and Heidenheim. The Steiff Club stand The Teddy Bear Workshop Many attractions for the children 3 STEIFF SUMMER The auction at the Schranne There was also great enthusiasm at the Collectors assembled in the The star of the purely coincidental), he bought showpiece parade. Whether jungle, Club Lounge, sought advice, auction: one rarity after the other. They forest, farm or polar ice, “Knopf” was entered the competition. Who “Schnapp-Dicky” included the most expensive from the company to be found everywhere, talking to the is the teacher in the Village archives was sold items of the evening, namely native animals. The polar bears even School, Marianne Meisel’s for 57,000.– €. “Schnapp-Dicky”, called under received greetings from their cousin father, “Knopf’s” girl friend...? number 82, with coloured The “Glowing Balloon” Knut in Berlin... The facial expressions The first prize this year was the Steiff paws, neck mechanism and snapping light show and gestures of the players were fanta- bear rug, on display in the glass cabinet. limbs (57,000 €) and the prettily stic – even the eyes moved in a lifelike Right next door, there were relaxed dressed Steiff Bully doll (15,000 €) – way. And the classic showpieces found people sitting in the Bistro. Out of both from the Margarete Steiff GmbH their admirers too. The stars from the the exhibition rooms of the “Die Welt archives. And there was another shoo- monkey house and aquarium, together von Steiff” museum came enchanted ting star too. The 90 cm tall Rotary bear, with the fairy-tale figures Rapunzel, visitors, hugging the Steiff Summer auctioned for charity and of which only 5 Mother Holle, Frog King and friends, Teddy bear. And when the greatly were ever made, rocketed from a price whisked you away to the land of fantasy. coveted Teddy Bear Workshop finished, of 300 € to 4,600 € within no time at Steiff enthusiasts emerged with shining all. Altogether items to the value of Before a sightseeing flight eyes, having successfully created their 272,000 € were sold (incl. charges). very own “Steiff Teddy Bear” under the direction of experienced Steiff staff. Finally, visitors enjoyed the Steiff Serenade, a festive concert, and were It was all happening at the historic enchanted by the “Glowing Balloon” market hall light show visible from far and wide. And because a visit is better than a In the evening, the first Steiff auction thousand reports – Welcome to the run by “Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion” 3rd “Steiff Summer” from 27th to 29th got under way. The hall was lovingly June 2008 in Giengen! decorated in typical Steiff style and cre- ated the ideal setting for a successful event. Collectors had been provided Bye bye and with prior information in the extensive see you catalogue in book form and so there next year! were numerous telephone bidders as well as the bidders in the hall. One of them brought excitement to the hall not unlike that usually created by agent 007 at the cinema. With the bidder number 507 (any similarity is The serenade 4 SPECIAL EDITIONS A Steiff bear that can only have come down from heaven Joint project with Lladró Porcelain Factory In cooperation with Lladró, the world- His discreetly ornamented bell made famous porcelain manufacturers, Steiff of the very best porcelain shows has created a unique and fantastic the year 2007, simultaneously bear, uniting mohair and porcelain in an indicating the number of bears enchanting liaison. The Angel Bear is in the limited edition. crafted by hand in an edition limited to Whereas the bear sports 2007 bears. the Steiff tag in his ear, the bell has the Lladró “Oh, if only my wishes would grow trademark. wings.” – Every one of us has let out And as if the Angel this heartfelt sigh at some time and Bear were not wonderful sent it up to heaven. Sadly, most of us enough on his own, he has usually have to accept that great brought his little brother with him. matters only progress at walking pace. The 12 cm tall miniature bear But maybe it would help if we whispered is holding a tiny Lladró bell in our secret desire to a heavenly his little paw. Just like the Lladró Ornament Bear messenger – someone who will listen Angel Bear, he and his bell will 12 cm patiently and to whom we can happily certainly bring a divine note L.ED. 3,000 pieces EAN 676901 reveal all. This is likely to be the role to every Steiff collection. played by the Angel Bear in many a Just wait and see! Steiff collection. With his wings made of precious Lladró porcelain, this bear seems to be only partly rooted in a terrestrial life. His light grey mohair fur and his delicate wings make him look like a being from another sphere. Lladró Angel Bear Perhaps he really has got a direct line to 28 cm higher powers... L.ED. 2,007 pieces EAN 676833 Miniature edition with enchanting Lladró bell The mouth and nose of this 28 cm tall bear are hand-stitched with a decorative gold thread. 5 SPECIAL EDITIONS Lladró – a Spanish success story in fine porcelain The origins of Lladró date back to a per year and from there Lladró’s brothers by the Prince of Asturias and small craft workshop, built in the mid creations are exported to over 120 which represent a milestone for the 1950’s in the town of Almàssera, very countries throughout the world. company. close to the city of Valencia.