Lifetime collector of Steiff and other vintage and collectible stuffed animals and bears. I've collected, bought, sold, traded and bartered Steiff, Schuco, Grisly, Kunstlerschutz, Hermann and more for almost 60 years.

My mother was a bear artist and excellent bear surgeon. There were lots of trips to FAO Schwarz; sometimes to look, sometimes as comfort after a painful procedure. I made bears also but with inconsistent vision of late, the scope of my bear practice is more on the lines of an advanced practice bear nurse. If repairs are done by me or I note any repairs or flaws, it will be listed in an item's description

I'm happy to assist in researching related items for other shops and otherwise sharing my knowledge and expertise whenever possible. This going back to my roots in academia. I have a huge collection - please ask - I could easily have what you want or could get it for you or point you in the right direction.

Additional items to pop up in my store include Haviland and Limoges china, crystal, vintage jewelry, sport horse and dog collectibles, books, holiday items, plus two generations of family attic finds.