Inspired by Rupert's toy lion

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He is charming. Robert - a Winnie the Poo figure in fact - reminds me of him but with a smaller tummy. I still have the dolly I was given for my 5th birthday - it's nice to have these reminders of past days.

Posted by Thea Cable on Tue 12 Aug 22:41:27

What a lovely subject, Robert. I still regret giving away my own dolly to my nieces (never saw it back) and not keeping it as a reminder or for my grand children to play with.

Posted by Mia Ketels on Wed 13 Aug 09:59:40

You're bringing back a lot of memories now Robert! Good drawing as well.

Posted by Louise Naimian on Wed 13 Aug 10:30:52

Lovely ted, I can see a slight rat look in his face your favourite pets;)

Posted by Carole Swingler on Wed 13 Aug 10:41:17

A delightful piece, beautifully drawn.

Posted by Seok Yam Chew on Wed 13 Aug 14:49:05

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13/04/2015

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Rupert Cordeux inspires me in all sorts of ways, but his drawing of his brother's pet lion reminded me of Christening Teddy - Ted was presented to me on my Christening (Baptism, if you prefer) back in 1950, by the Minister's wife. He was the constant companion of my infancy, and being made out of leather, he still survives today. He tells me he desperately needs a clean bow-tie, and of course I shall see to this urgently.

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Robert Jones, NAPA

Born November 18th 1950. Former party political agent, former chairman of housing association. Has worked as a volunteer with the NHS since 2000, painting seriously for the last ten years, sporadically for the last 50. Member, National Association of Painters in Acrylic from October 2015

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