Soft Toy Collection

John Cleese actor comedian with wife Barbara Trentham at LAP. 24th February 1981

Ten Pound Poms a colloquial term used in Australia to describe British subjects who migrated to Australia after the Second World War under an assisted passage scheme created by the Australian

Europe, Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Royal Mile, Teddy Bears

Education. "Fusses". Teddy bear with a mirror. Postcard inspired by Beatrice Mallet (1896-1951), France, c
3434237 Education. "Fusses".Teddy bear with a mirror. Postcard inspired by Beatrice Mallet (1896-1951), France, c.1930 Additional rights Beatrice Mallet

Cuddly Bears
28th August 1950: Hundreds of teddy-bears are produced at Ealontoys Ltd of Kings Cross in London for sale to Christmas shoppers. (Photo by Chris Ware/Keystone Features/Getty Images)

Soins hygieniques. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho)
3101442 Soins hygieniques. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906 (colour litho) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soins hygieniques. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1906)

Unity
June 1946: Unity the Chinese giant panda, formerly Lien Ho meets Pandy the toy panda at Regents Park Zoo, London. (Photo by George Konig/Keystone Features/Getty Images)

A selection of popular toys for children. December 1990

John Danvers playing Old Bill in the New Oxford Theatre production of " Carry on Sergeant" 14th November 1925

A sneezing baby Orangutan at Twycross Zoo beside a bottle of Bollinger Champagne. 28th December 1974

A baby Orangutan at Twycross Zoo beside a bottle of Bollinger Champagne. 28th December 1974

Before you ask what Greeg Harris is doing with a lump of four ply, prehaps we should mention that he is a champion weightlifter

Charity Football Match in aid of the police dependants trust fund at Craven Cottage. Fulham v. Chelsea 14th April 1975

Two year old Benjamin Ross looks on in wonder at the giant toy dog at Riche of Hay Hill Mayfair, London. 15th November 1966

Interior view of a London terraced house showing a child in the kitchen March 1983

Pia Zadora model actress

Peter the Panda travels First class on the train to Sheffield to meet Dick Emery. In best British fashion, fellow-passengers ignore Peter

Stamp the puppy was found in the post and is now thriving in his new home and celebrating easter with his friend Bryn March 1994

Lenny the lion is joining my news, the classroom newspaper for children aged four to six, as a teacher. October 1969 Z10363

Lemny the lion is joining my news, the classroom newspaper for children aged four to six, as a teacher. October 1969 Z10363-002

Mr. David Riche the hairdresser has designed a 4ft giraffe that can hold five wigs or top pieces. Pictures show Mr. Riche trying to pack the £ 40 giraffe in Christmas wrappings so that he can

Little Miss Fairfield, 1850. Creator: William Matthew Prior
Little Miss Fairfield, 1850

Family group looking at a magazine, 1963. Artist: Michael Walters
Family group looking at a magazine, 1963. Advertising photograph for the Media Design Agency

Domestic fire place advertisment for the NCB, 1967. Artist: Michael Walters
Domestic fire place advertisment for the NCB, 1967. The photograph was taken for the National Coal Board (NCB) to promote the Parkray fire and back boiler

Fairground, 2005. Children fishing for ducks to win a cuddly toy

Special List of Christmas Gifts for Children, 1917. Artist: Garratt & Atkinson
Special List of Christmas Gifts for Children, 1917. Image printed with Mander Brothers inks. From The British Printer Vol. XXIV. [Raithby, Lawrence & Co. Ltd, London and Leicester, 1917]

Adelie penguin with friend, Antarctica
An Adelie penguin starts to groom a soft penguin toy as researchers and crew of the Aurora Australis get out onto the fast ice which the ship has settled into at Commonwealth Bay 20 kilometres

Mother Praying With Daughter

Mother And Daughter Praying Together Beside Bed

Father Praying With Daughter

A Boy In The Attic With Old Relics; Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

A Baby On The Clothesline

Jim MacLaine hands a soft toy at the funfair
David Essex in a scene from That ll Be The Day (1973)

Teddy bear with blue ribbon bow tie

Chad Valley teddy bear, 1930s

Animals pigs carrying teddy bears on their backs A©Mirrorpix
Animals pigs carrying teddy bears on their backs © Mirrorpix

Cat sitting on table and soft toy hanging in foreground

Teddy Bears for Christmas. 1 November 1920

Cuddly toy duck

Teddy bear

Toy rabbit with wrapping paper and ribbons

Illustration of teddy bear with book

Black and white illustration of a small teddy with a price tag, next to a purse

Illustration of a boy in hospital bed, with thermometer in his mouth and his arms around a teddy

Girl with soft toy sleeping on bed

Baby girl playing with toy dinosaur, smiling

Plaice, carrot, broccoli and cheese puree in plastic bowl, with spoon, rabbit stuffed toy nearby

Bowl of pasta with tomato and cheese sauce on table, teddy bear sitting on chair in background

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"Soft Toy: A Journey of Love, Laughter, and Nostalgia" In the bustling atmosphere of a funfair, Jim MacLaine tenderly hands a soft toy to his delighted child, their eyes sparkling with joy. The magic of childhood captured in one simple gesture. Renowned actor and comedian John Cleese shares a heartwarming moment with his wife Barbara Trentham at LAP on the 24th of February 1981. Amidst the glitz and glamour, they find solace in the comforting embrace of a soft toy. The term "Ten Pound Poms" resonates across Australia as British subjects seek new beginnings. In Europe's enchanting Scotland, along Lothian's picturesque Edinburgh Royal Mile, Teddy Bears become cherished companions for these migrants' children - symbols of comfort amidst uncertainty. Education takes an adorable turn as "Fusses, " a teddy bear adorned with a mirror, inspires postcards crafted by Beatrice Mallet from France in the early 1930s. These whimsical creations bring smiles to faces worldwide while reminding us that even toys can be teachers. Cuddly Bears offer warmth and affection beyond measure. Their softness becomes synonymous with love shared between parents and children – an unbreakable bond that transcends time and place. Soins hygieniques take center stage as illustrated in Le Pele-Mele magazine from 1906. This colorful lithograph showcases how even our furry friends require care and attention – teaching us valuable lessons about compassion towards all living beings. Unity finds its embodiment within Little Miss Fairfield created by William Matthew Prior in 1850. This endearing doll represents unity among diverse communities during challenging times – reminding us that we are stronger together than apart. A family group gathers around a magazine capturing moments frozen in time by artist Michael Walters in 1963. Amongst their treasured possessions lies a cuddly companion who brings them comfort, laughter, and a sense of belonging.