The Cloth Tiger is a traditional Chinese toy with a long history. Being the king of animals, the Tiger is believed to have the ability to ward off evil spirits therefore protecting our family and homestead. In old times, new born babies caught illness easily, and it was believed to be caused by the presence of evil spirits. So families would give their newborns hats, shoes or plush toys adorned with Tigers.
The cloth tiger plushie is very popular and you can find many different styles across China. However despite the many variations they all share common features such as big eyes and glaring teeth, as these characterise its intended ferocity. Another “trademark feature” is the striped marking upon their forehead which resembles the Chinese character for ‘King’. This cloth tiger not only has a cute face but also carries a kindhearted wish to protect your family.
Specification
Small:
– 100mm x 120mm x 170mm
– 110g*
Medium:
– 160mm x 210mm x 260mm
– 210g*
Large:
– 200mm x 270mm x 290mm
– 360g*
X-Large:
– 270mm x 320mm x 450mm
– 800g*
Product Care
Avoid placing in direct sunlight for a long period of time – unless you want a worn out, vintage look!
Tips: Clean with a soft bristle brush or lint roller. No water wash.
* All our products are exquisitely handmade, one piece at a time, therefore each one is unique.
The images, descriptions and measurements you will find on our site have been used to most accurately and portray the products we sell. We must advise that although we try our utmost to remain completely honest, the slight variation in appearance and dimension of our products means that they are never identical, this is an inherent feature due to its handmade properties. Hence, the unique nature of each individual product.
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