Name: Vintage 1960s R. Dakin Dream Pets #282 “Soupy” Octopus Chef Plush Japan w/ Spoon & Original Tag
Price: 14.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Adorable vintage 1960s R. Dakin “Dream Pets” #282 Soupy plush — a whimsical blue & yellow octopus chef complete with felt chef hat, scarf, and plastic spoon. Made in Japan. Original hang tag still attached!

Features:
Authentic Dream Pets #282 “Soupy”
Velvet / velveteen body
Felt facial details & chef hat
Original plastic spoon
Original R. Dakin hang tag & sewn label
Made in Japan

Size: approx. ~8” tall 

Condition:
Very good vintage condition for age. Light age-related wear. Tag & label intact. Please see photos for full detail.

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