1978 Animal Crackers Euguene the Elephent Plush. Measures about 9.5" in height. Very good condition. Has tag.
This 1978 Eugene the Elephant plush is a rare and delightful artifact from the "Animal Crackers" comic strip world. Standing nearly ten inches tall, Eugene is presented in his most classic form, featuring a bold purple body and a whimsical, soulful expression. Released during the late 70s peak of newspaper comic strip merchandising, this piece perfectly embodies the rounded, simplistic design language used to bring Rog Bollen’s characters to life. The fabric is a high-quality, low-pile plush that has maintained its vivid violet hue and structural integrity for nearly five decades.
While Eugene is a charming character of 20th-century pop culture, his striking color and minimalist silhouette make him a unique "theatrical curiosity" for a library or a shelf dedicated to the history of American illustration. He serves as a soulful, colorful accent in a room filled with vintage paperbacks or mid-century memorabilia. This piece is in very good condition and—most notably—retains its original hangtag, a rare find for a textile item of this age. The stitching remains tight and the white felt accents on his feet and head remain crisp, making this a standout specimen for collectors of comic strip history or vintage 1970s character plush.
This item is vintage, over 45 years old.
