Wonderlings Lobster Plush Toy - c. 1842 Thibault

Beautifully crafted from recycled, luxuriously soft fabrics, Thibault the Lobster is part of the whimsical Wonderlings collection - plush toys designed with character, heart and a story to tell.  The heirloom-inspired style and gentle texture make him an instant favourite for little ones and a charming keepsake for any nursery.

Why you'll love Wonderlings

• Wondersoft. Ridiculously soft plush, scientifically hard to resist. Cuddles compulsory.
• Stamped in Time. Each Wonderling carries a story from their world to yours.
• Keep-Culture. Crafted from durable, sustainable materials.
• Collectibly Numbered. Comes with a unique authenticity code for display, gifting, or archival mischief.
• Quantum Leap. Time-traveled from real historical moments, anywhere from 30 to 350 years ago.
• Safety Assured. Supply chain-friendly and certified to meet global safety standards.

Dimensions:

Small: 17cm seated height, 26cm from ear to toe

Medium: 23cm seated height, 35cm from ear to toe

Large: 29cm seated height, 46cm from ear to toe

About Thibault

Scuttle back over 180 years with me, Thibault, an eccentric plush lobster from 1800s Paris. They say I once belonged to poet Gérard de Nerval, who paraded me through the Palais-Royal on a blue ribbon. Was I poetry in motion?

With a velvet-red shell and a flair for the theatrical, I’m stitched in homage to Nerval’s curious companion. As he famously said, “Why should a lobster be any more ridiculous than a dog?” Touché, non?

Crafted in the spirit of vintage novelties, I bring a pinch of old-world whimsy and heirloom charm. A perfect plush for collectors, conversationalists, and those who treasure history’s most delightful oddities.