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"Until one has loved an animal a part of one's soul remains unawakened "

Anatole France.

"Pawtrait Bears"

"OTTO"

AN OTTER

From the

" Totem Animal collection"

An animal totem is the creature we feel most drawn towards. Native americans believe that each individual is connected with nine different animals,that will accompany each person through life. Different animals come in and out of our lives when we are in need of their particular strengths

If the Otter swims into your life , it is time

to go with the natural ebb and flow!

Native Americans regard Otters as the masters of play.

They arrive to encourage our inner child ,

and remind us that nature is filled with magic.

Those with Otter as their Totem animal are drawn to

water and natural springs, using it to refresh their spirit.

 Otters key traits are: Joy , Energy, Curiosity, Protection, Agility, Playfulness and Friendship.

Otto is a one of a kind Otter.

I designed him working totally from sketches and photographs, so he has no pattern and is totally unique.

Otto measures 12 inches standing to his withers,

and 22 inches in length from his whiskers to the base of his tail

He has an elegant one piece body over a wired skeletal frame..which carries right through to the tip of his long tail.

His coat is a beautiful mixture of quality faux furs, with added shading.

He has large , soulful dark brown eyes and a very inquisitve expression. His mouth can be posed closed or open to gently show his tongue and teeth. 

Otto has realistic faux suede paw pads and strong clay claws.

I made a headdress for Otto, and painted it with swirling shades of blue, green ,purple and grey to remind him of his watery home. I added two pieces of Blue lace agate and a glass turquoise sphere.

"It'll be all right , my fine fellow," said the Otter." I'm coming along with you, and I know every path blindfold: and if there's a head that needs to be punched, you can confidently rely upon me to punch it."

-Kenneth Grahame, The Wind in The Willows

I am currently able to accept a very limited number of commissions for the Summer/ Autumn of  2015

 Boo ........and her soft Sculpture

Otto is intended for adult collectors

 and not suitable for children

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 I ALWAYS charge  less than it actually costs to ship parcels over seas. If I should miscalculate and you are overcharged I will refund the difference. All bears/animals  are fully insured and tracked on their journey and will require a signature upon delivery. They usually reach their new homes within 3 working days of dispatch :)

Any questions please drop Otto and I a line,we would both love to hear from you.

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