antique English teddy bear

Copyright © 2010 Linda Apple
"Ellie"
oil on canvas - 8"x8"

One of my old antique bears. I have quite a little family of them
that sit in my cupboard and watch me paint.
I began a series of portraits on them a few years ago and haven't
done any in a while. There is just something about the old ones
that I love.......no matter how many I see, they seem to acquire
their own unique personality.

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.