This is a very rare antique velvet and mohair Steiff begging Squirrel.
He is 15cm tall and was made in the early to mid 1930s.   
I have included a photograph taken from the Steiff Sortiment 1892-1943 to show the page where this little squirrel is featured. 
I'm told that what makes my squirrel that extra bit special is the dark brown nut he's eating. The dark brown velvet nut was generally seen with the mohair version of this charming little Steiff toy.
This adorable little Steiff squirrel 'lived' happily with a large quantity of unusual Beatrix Potter collectables - the previous owner was a huge Beatrix Potter fan. So that's the reason that squirrel is known as 'Nutkin'.  
Please take time to view all of the photographs and also to read the item specifics, item description and the all important condition report, prior to bidding. 
Thank you.