No. 102441310

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Steiff - Plush animal Mungo Monkey Pair - 1950-1960 - Germany
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9 weeks ago

Steiff - Plush animal Mungo Monkey Pair - 1950-1960 - Germany

Rare Steiff Mungo Monkey Pair – 21 cm and 14 cm (1960s) Offered for sale is a rare Steiff Mungo monkey pair in the smallest and medium size versions: 21 cm and 14 cm. These models were produced in the 1960s and are documented in the literature: (See: Steiff Selection 1947–1995, page 250.) The special value of this set lies in the fact that both figures have remained together as a matching pair, which is highly uncommon and especially sought after by Steiff collectors. Features: original Steiff Mungo monkey models sizes: 21 cm and 14 cm produced in the 1960s original plush/mohair fur blue glass eyes hand-embroidered facial features long arms and legs with classic seated posture original Steiff button on the ear (visible in the photos) Historical and collector significance: The Mungo monkey is one of Steiff’s most charming post-war animal designs. Pairs preserved together are far rarer than single examples and represent an important collector’s item from Steiff’s creative period. Condition: Both figures are structurally sound with original materials. The fur is well preserved with no visible wear. Light age-related patina is present, consistent with authentic vintage Steiff pieces. They retain their original shape and character, with strong stitching and stable form. Summary: A rare and desirable Steiff Mungo monkey pair from the 1960s, in the smallest and medium size versions (21 cm and 14 cm), documented in Steiff Selection 1947–1995, page 250. A fine collector’s piece for serious Steiff enthusiasts.

No. 102441310

No longer available
Steiff - Plush animal Mungo Monkey Pair - 1950-1960 - Germany

Steiff - Plush animal Mungo Monkey Pair - 1950-1960 - Germany

Rare Steiff Mungo Monkey Pair – 21 cm and 14 cm (1960s)

Offered for sale is a rare Steiff Mungo monkey pair in the smallest and medium size versions: 21 cm and 14 cm.

These models were produced in the 1960s and are documented in the literature:
(See: Steiff Selection 1947–1995, page 250.)

The special value of this set lies in the fact that both figures have remained together as a matching pair, which is highly uncommon and especially sought after by Steiff collectors.

Features:

original Steiff Mungo monkey models

sizes: 21 cm and 14 cm

produced in the 1960s

original plush/mohair fur

blue glass eyes

hand-embroidered facial features

long arms and legs with classic seated posture

original Steiff button on the ear (visible in the photos)

Historical and collector significance:
The Mungo monkey is one of Steiff’s most charming post-war animal designs. Pairs preserved together are far rarer than single examples and represent an important collector’s item from Steiff’s creative period.

Condition:
Both figures are structurally sound with original materials.
The fur is well preserved with no visible wear.
Light age-related patina is present, consistent with authentic vintage Steiff pieces.
They retain their original shape and character, with strong stitching and stable form.

Summary:
A rare and desirable Steiff Mungo monkey pair from the 1960s, in the smallest and medium size versions (21 cm and 14 cm), documented in Steiff Selection 1947–1995, page 250.
A fine collector’s piece for serious Steiff enthusiasts.

Bidding closed
Sean Devitt
Expert
Estimate € 170 - € 200

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