Samantha's Collectibles

Harmony Kingdom's Treasure Jests are handcrafted in the English Cotswolds. Made from a special crushed marble and resin mixture, each has the look and feel of ivory. Every Treasure Jest is sculpted by master carver Peter Calvesbert and is a charming and humorous animal portrayal. These box figurines are ideal for storing tiny treasures. One Treasure Jest is an unusual gift and conversation piece; many make for a fascinating and absorbing collection.

 

 

Petty Teddies

 

Petty Teddies


Item No.: TJTB

Artist: Peter Calvesbert
Release Date: January 1999
Hallmarks: copyright c, star, treble clef, PC, 1 or infinity.jpg (415 bytes)
Issue Price: $45

 

This box figurine stars two Harmony Kingdom dogs: the Perry's Alfie and Peter's Murphy. It represents the fantasy world of these fast friends who meet every Wednesday at Wimberley Mills and wreak havoc as they dash around the studio fighting over balls, sticks and toys. Murphy cannot be left alone with soft toys. She hates their staring eyes and feels compelled to rip them out before starting on the rest of the body. It is, after all, a dog's natural instinct to tear up small furry things! Possibly that's why Peter's mouse has found a secure hiding spot. This piece does contain some disturbing images and should only be enjoyed by mature and understanding adults. The knife in one teddy's back is representative of man's humanitarian intervention. One teddy is smoking; maybe Mad Murphy the penguin has led him astray.

Many of the early pieces were named "Perished Teddies."