All bears
Gulliver the Golden Traveller, philosopher, picnic enthusiast and occasional picnic-basket stoway
Available

Gulliver the Golden Traveller, philosopher, picnic enthusiast and occasional picnic-basket stoway

Mid-20th century (c.1950s–1960s) · Pedigree · New Zealand

NZ$ 395

My Story

"Gulliver the Golden Traveller Gulliver the Golden Traveller was born in New Zealand many decades ago, and from the very beginning he suspected that life was far too interesting to be spent sitting on a shelf. While other teddy bears were content with armchairs and afternoon naps, Gulliver longed for distant horizons, winding roads, and the sort of conversations that begin with, "I wonder why..." and continue well past teatime. Over the years, Gulliver became something of a philosopher. He has pondered whether clouds are simply mountains that forgot where they were going, whether sandwiches taste better outdoors, and whether a teddy bear is travelling through the world or the world is travelling past the teddy bear. His favourite pastime, however, is picnicking. Gulliver has developed a remarkable talent for quietly sneaking into picnic baskets before anyone notices. He nestles between the ginger crunch and the cucumber sandwiches, peeks out from beneath checked picnic blankets, and patiently waits until the basket is opened in some delightful new location. Meadows, beaches, riverbanks, gardens, and hilltops have all become part of his adventures. Once discovered, Gulliver is always delighted to join the festivities, especially if someone is willing to share a biscuit and discuss life's great mysteries. Now, after decades of travels, Gulliver is searching for his next companion, picnic basket, and philosophical conversation. After all, every journey is more enjoyable when there's someone to wonder alongside. 🧸✨🌿🥪 AB2026026"

Size

Medium (43 cm standing)

Estimated era

Mid-20th century (c.1950s–1960s)

Maker / brand

Pedigree

Country of origin

New Zealand

Materials

Mohair plush with fabric backing; felt/suede-like paw pads; plastic eyes; stitched thread nose and mouth

Condition

Good vintage condition with visible, even wear to the mohair and a frayed original label; face and features present well with strong character.

Tracked NZ shipping

0.50 kg parcel

Certificate of Adoption

Included

Package size

43×25×20 cm

One of a kind

Single listing — once adopted, gone.

pedigreemohairfully-jointedmid-centuryvintage-teddyamber-eyesstitched-nosefelt-pawswell-lovednew zealand madecollectible teddynursery decorvintagepedigree teddy bearheirloom teddy beartraditional teddy bear1950's teddy bear

Gulliver the Golden Traveller, philosopher, picnic enthusiast and occasional picnic-basket stoway

NZ$ 395