HUGGABLE LOVABLES

 

 RUSS ABOUT BEAR

'Chadfield' is quite adorable and in need of a new home.
He is looking for lots of cuddles and love, and he sits comfortably about a child's waist for easy carrying. He has given my grandchildren many hours of delight with tea parties and picnics and is now ready to share his love with other little Aussie gems.

Maker ……. Russ - Russ Berrie, US designer of plush toys 1963 - 200
Origin …..... Australian Branch est. 1999
Idenifiers … Original “RUSS Vintage Edition” button & “RUSS Vintage Collection ‘Chadfield’ “ tag.
Item ……..... Plush toy – teddy bear.
Features …. Movable joints bear, original green neck bow, felted feet and sewn nose.

Size: to come : L: H: cm, D: cm, Handle to handle: cm.

Condition:
Good vintage condition commensurate with lots of hugs. No tears or splits with all original buttons and tags present. Fur is somewhat matted – proof of a lovable life. Two small bare spots to Chadfield’s right foot (left in photo). Original green ribbon bow, nose, eyes, ears & tail.

Russ Berrie was a gifted designer of plush toys world wide. Establishing his company in America in 1963 and continued to expand world wide for another 30+ years. in 1999 Australian branch of RUSS toys was opened in Sydney and introduced a new slogan of "MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY".

Production continued into the 21st century but closed in Australia around 2006 (or perhaps earlier), and globally changed hands and faded from the toy shelves you and I remember so fondly.
Now, all RUSS toys are 'retired' and collectable.

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