Tuesday, June 21, 2011

THE JUGGLER - LATEST CLOWN BEAR

There is something VERY appealing about clown bears.  The are just the sweetest bears.  I have always loved Steiff bears.  "The Juggler" is my version of the old Steiff clown bears, I hope you like him.  I have decided to list him here for a few days before I either move him to Ebay or my Etsy shop.

"The Juggler" is 6 1/2 inches tall, without his hat and just under 8 inches, with his hat on.  He is made from hand dyed,  semi distressed, German Shulte mohair.  He is fully disc-jointed, has matte German glass eyes, a sparse waxed nose and distressed wool felt paw pads.  He is firmly stuffed with excelsior and gently weighted with stainless steel shot.  His mohair has been aged and he is missing mohair in some spots.  The Juggler's" face, ears and paws have been shaded with permanent fabric paints.

"The Juggler's" hat and collar are removable.  They are made from distressed wool felt, and the collar is edged with vintage silk ribbon.  His juggling wire is made from sturdy copper wire and Fimo balls. 

I will only be able to ship to the U.S. as I can sendhis UPS to the continental USA.  The cost is $15.00.  There is a possibility of back to work legislation for our postal workers this week.  If someone overseas is interested, I would be willing to hold him with a deposit.
SOLD

10 comments:

Katy Cameron said...

Aww, what a clever boy he is

Brenda said...

He thinks he is LOL! Thanks, Katy :o)

customteddys said...

He is amazing, Brenda. I have a replica of the 1926 Steiff Clown bear and, as I have mentioned in the past, have a special love for these old clowns. You have just done a fantastic job of making him appear so "real".. I just love him! Take care, Vicki

maddyrose said...

He is not only clever, but he's good looking too. I really love this style.

Brenda said...

Thank you both so much - I had fun making him and it's going to be hard to let this one go.

hugs,

Brenda

Carolina - diseño de paginas web said...

The bear is a little neglected:) but has a charm ...
Carolina.

Paula Strethill-Smith said...

This sweet clown bear has a very gentle expression and looks as if he has lots of love to give.

Brenda said...

Thanks so much, Paula. I appreciate the comment!

Sue said...

Another one of your clown bears I wish was my very own! He looks so kissable!

Brenda said...

Aww, thank you so much, Sue :o)