mohair

Copyright © 2007 Linda Apple
"Christopher"
oil on masonite - 5"x6"
animal art mohair teddy bear

This is Christopher. He is a very inquisitive little
guy. He loves to be read to and you can usually find him
sitting on his favorite story book. Like the hero in his book
Christopher plans on NEVER growing up.

Copyright © 2010 Linda Apple
"Tommy Twig"
approx.4 inches high
Isle of Appleshire Series

Tommy is now a resident of Korwood Forest and although his family, like many of his species, are very social, they are known to travel long distances to visit others who live in heavily treed areas on the island. He is an English Nutter and, as you might not be knowledgeable about these little beings, I will fill you in on a little of what I know. When they are born, they are so tiny that they fit into half of a nut shell. In fact before they are born, the parents MUST have their shell prepared. They spend there time in the shell until they are big enough to wear it on their backs. This is to protect a large hump that holds their magical powers. They live in the hollows of trees which are often decorated with shiny objects that they find irresistible.

Copyright © 2008 Linda Apple
"Frank"
oil on wood panel - 6"x7"
animal art mohair teddy bear

I love this little guy. He came to me from England. A brown & white
teddy was hard for me to find. I named him Frank because
he has a certain look that reminds me of my dad.

Copyright © 2008 Linda Apple
"Mildred"
oil on wood panel - 6"x8"
animal art collectible teddy bear

Mildred or Millie for short, is a small gal that stands about
10"tall. She has worn leather pads. Most of her hair has been loved
away but she doesn't seem to mind.

Copyright © 2008 Linda Apple
"Barney"
oil on wood panel - 6"x8"
animal art mohair teddy bear

This is Barney. He was rescued from a skip (dumpster)in England.
One of my sweetest little fellows. He was a bit of a mess but
recently went to the doctor for a cleaning. He still has some
dark spots and a bit of a wobbly head but I think it adds to his character.

Copyright © 2008 Linda Apple
"Tillie"
oil on wood panel - 6"x8"
animal art mohair teddy bear

Hi there!
This is a little war time bear named Tillie. Although she
is a bit scruffy and has one ear that is a mess she has the
most wonderful sense of humor. I enjoy her so much because
every time I look at her,she makes me smile.

Copyright © 2008 Linda Apple
" Jonathan"
oil on wood panel - 6"x8"
animal art mohair teddy bear

Jonathan.....a very inquisitive little guy. He is an
old Deans bear that came to me from England.
For the next few days I will be showing you a new series
of Teddy Bear Portraits.

Copyright © 2007 Linda Apple
"Sneezle"
oil on masonite - 5"x7"
animal art handmade teddy bear

This is #4 in my limited edition of Teddy Bear Portraits.
He is one of my Mohair bears with soft leather pads and
glass bead eyes. I call him "little Sneezle" because he
is only 5.5" tall. He loves to sit on the window sill
and watch the birds.

Copyright © 2007 Linda Apple
"Sam"
oil on masonite - 4"x5"
animal art antique teddy bear

"This is #3 in my series of old teddy bears. A
little guy with a very sweet personality!"