Steiff was able to secure production rights to manufacture the official "Peter Rabbit" doll for the English market. Based on a 'begging-rabbit' pattern, the company introduced at the turn of the 20th century, 'Peter' wore a blue topcoat and slippers, as seen in Beatrix Potter's illustrations. Photo from author's collection and http://mysteifflife.blogspot.com. DOLL NEWS * UFDC.ORG 121http://mysteifflife.blogspot.com http://www.UFDC.ORG