Basset Hound Toy Appraisal

Keel Toys 'Simply Soft' Basset Hound Plush

This is a large, reclining Basset Hound plush toy manufactured by Keel Toys as part of their 'Simply Soft' collection. The item is constructed from a bi-color synthetic plush fabric, featuring a rich russet brown alongside a cream-colored underbelly, muzzle, and paws. Its physical characteristics are designed to mimic a Basset Hound's breed-specific traits, notably the heavy facial wrinkling, oversized drooping ears, and distinctive 'sad' bedroom eyes that are executed with plastic inserts and black felt-like detailing. The plush is approximately 12–15 inches in length. A notable feature is the presence of the original 'Keel Toys' red circular swing tag and the 'Simply Soft' rectangular cardboard tag attached to the left ear, indicating it remains in 'New With Tags' (NWT) condition. The craftsmanship shows high-quality stitching with intentional fabric pleating to create realistic skin folds on the head and back. There are no visible signs of wear, matting, or staining on the plush material. The toy likely dates from the late 2010s to early 2020s, maintaining its original softness and form without significant compression of the internal polyester fiber filling.