Doesn’t that bear look familiar? That, my friends, is The Bear Statue, a beloved landmark right here in Paddington Station. This isn’t just any bear; it’s Paddington Bear! You know, the one with the floppy hat, love for marmalade sandwiches, and a knack for finding himself in sticky situations. Author Michael Bond brought Paddington to life in 1958, inspired by a lone teddy bear he spotted in a shop window. He imagined a little bear who had travelled all the way from Peru, just like the label around this statue’s neck says: “Please look after this bear. Thank you.” This bronze Paddington, sculpted by Marcus Cornish, has greeted travellers here since the year 2000. It’s a reminder of the magic that stories bring to our world, and proof that even a bear from “Darkest Peru” can find a home in the heart of London.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to